North Carolina Motorcycle Driving Permit Test-12 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers - MCQGeeks.com

Q.1

When applying the front brake, you should:

Apply the lever by squeezing firmly and progressively.
Grab at the brake with only two fingers.
Press down on the brake lever with your foot.
Stomp on the brake lever.

Q.2

When crossing angled railroad tracks, it is usually safest to approach the tracks:

By proceeding straight within your lane.
At a 45-degree angle.
At a 90-degree angle.
At a fast speed.

Q.3

When riding in curves, turning, or entering a highway, the best group formation is:

Pairs.
Single-file.
Staggered.
Passing.

Q.4

Reflective clothing should:

Be worn only at night.
Be worn only during the day.
Not be worn.
Be worn day and night.

Q.5

Why should you use both the front and rear brakes every time you slow or stop?

Using only one brake will cause the brakes to wear unevenly.
It develops good braking habits for emergency situations.
Using both brakes is the only way to slow down a motorcycle.
The brakes only work when both are applied.

Q.6

When riding a motorcycle, you should:

Always pick one part of the lane to occupy and never leave that part of the lane.
Vary your lane position as conditions warrant.
Only ride in the center of the lane so other vehicles can see you more easily.
Ride in a zigzag pattern so other drivers notice you.

Q.7

When riding at night, you should:

Decrease your following distance.
Increase your following distance.
Ride faster than you usually would.
Avoid using your high beam headlight.

Q.8

If you are being chased by a dog, you should:

Kick it away.
Stop until the animal loses interest.
Swerve around the animal.
Approach the animal slowly, then speed up.

Q.9

When riding in a group, inexperienced riders should position themselves:

Just behind the leader.
In the front of the group.
At the tail end of the group.
Beside the lead rider.

Q.10

If you are riding in the right side of your lane while following a car:

You are likely riding in the best position to be seen.
You may not be seen unless the driver uses their side mirror.
The driver will most likely assume you are there.
You are discouraging other drivers from sharing your lane.

Q.11

To swerve correctly, you should:

Shift your weight quickly.
Turn the handlebars quickly.
Press the handle grip in the direction you plan to swerve.
Press the handle grip in the direction opposite of where you plan to swerve.

Q.12

The proper clothing for riding a motorcycle should:

Cover your arms and legs completely.
Cover your arms completely, but leave your legs exposed.
Cover your legs completely, but leave your arms exposed.
Be whatever makes you most comfortable, regardless of safety.

Q.13

Why should a load be placed low on a motorcycle?

If a load is too high, it raises the center of gravity.
If a load is too high, it may interfere with the turn signals.
It may be difficult to see over a load that is placed too high.
Others can't see your load if it is low.

Q.14

Maximum front-line braking is accomplished by:

Using the rear brake only.
Using the front brake only.
Using both brakes.
Using the rear brake while downshifting.

Q.15

A motorcyclist is well-protected if they are wearing:

A jacket that allows the arms to be exposed.
Boots with tall heels.
Leather gloves.
Shoes that stop below their ankle.

Q.16

Riders who do not wear helmets while riding are ________ to die in a crash than riders who do wear helmets.

Half as likely
Twice as likely
Three times as likely
Just as likely

Q.17

If the front wheel locks, you should:

Continue to hold the brake and the skid should end.
Release the front brake and not use the front brake.
Release the front brake and then quickly squeeze the front brake.
Release the front brake immediately and re-apply the front brake smoothly.

Q.18

If your motorcycle begins to weave while you are riding over rain grooves or bridge gratings, you should:

Relax, maintain a steady speed, and ride straight across the surface.
Tighten your hold on the handle grips and increase your speed to get past the hazard.
Travel in a zigzag motion.
Ride on the shoulder instead of on the grooves.

Q.19

When riding, the best sitting position:

Requires your arms be used to hold you up.
Allows you to easily reach the controls.
Keeps your arms straight when reaching the handle grips.
Keeps your knees away from the gas tank.

Q.20

Which of the following is not a good way for a rider to increase their visibility?

Wearing proper clothing
Using their headlight at all times
Using their turn signals
Waving at other drivers

Q.21

When someone follows you too closely, you should:

Speed up.
Not worry about them and just focus on the road in front of you.
Change lanes and let them pass.
Ride on the shoulder and let them pass.

Q.22

To reduce your reaction time, you should:

Ride under the speed limit.
Cover the clutch and brakes.
Shift into neutral when slowing.
Accelerate before turning.

Q.23

Which vest or jacket color would best help you to be seen?

Red
Black
Silver
Blue

Q.24

Motorcyclists riding in a group should avoid pairing up because:

A merging driver may not see both riders.
Reflections from both helmets may make it difficult for the riders to see.
Riding in pairs does not allow riders the necessary space to maneuver.
It is too difficult for riders on the left side of a pairing to exit a highway.

Q.25

When following another vehicle as a beginning rider, you should:

Maintain a minimum four-second following distance.
Get as close to the other vehicle as possible.
Never be concerned about your following distance.
Always ride in the left portion of the lane so the driver can easily see you.

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