Tennessee Motorcycle Driving Permit Test-15 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers - MCQGeeks.com

Q.1

When choosing a jacket for protection, you should ensure that it:

Fits loosely and flaps in the wind.
Fits snugly enough that it does not flap in the wind.
Is it not made of leather or another sturdy material.

Q.2

Under ideal conditions, it is recommended that riders maintain a minimum following distance of:

One second.
Two seconds.
Three seconds.

Q.3

When you are being passed, you should:

Ride in the left portion of the lane.
Ride in the center portion of the lane.
Ride in the right portion of the lane.

Q.4

To be effective, eye or face shield protection must:

Fasten securely.
Restrict your vision to the sides so you can focus on the road ahead.
Not allow eyeglasses or sunglasses to be worn.

Q.5

If wearing a jacket for protection while riding in hot weather, you should:

Take frequent breaks to cool off.
Remove the jacket to stay cool while in the sun.
Keep the jacket on to protect you from the heat.

Q.6

To execute a turn safely, a motorcycle rider should always:

Lean in the direction of the curve.
Slow down in the turn.
Turn by using only the handle bars.

Q.7

To lessen the chances of a crash occurring, you should:

Not use turn signals.
Use proper lane positions.
Follow other vehicles closely.

Q.8

As your motorcycle accelerates, you will need to:

Shift to a higher gear.
Shift to a lower gear.
Put the bike in neutral.

Q.9

Using all three lane positions is:

Not encouraged because then you can never get used to any part of a lane.
Discouraged because it confuses other motorists.
Wise if you are adapting to changing conditions.

Q.10

What does this sign mean?

Railroad crossing ahead
Yield
Reduce speed

Q.11

When riding during the day, you should:

Wear dark clothes since it is light outside.
Wear bright clothes so other motorists can see you better.
Be comfortable, wearing shorts if it is hot.

Q.12

When parked on the road, a motorcycle should:

Create an angle with the curb that is between 45 and 90 degrees.
Be parked without a wheel or fender touching the curb.
Be parked parallel to the curb.

Q.13

When the lights on this sign are flashing, what should you do?

Stop and wait until the train passes.
Proceed with caution.
Turn around and find an alternate route.

Q.14

Making eye contact with another driver:

Means that they see you.
Doesn’t mean that they will properly yield to you.
Guarantees that they will properly yield to you.

Q.15

A "wobble," or a sudden shaking of the front wheel and handle bars, can usually be traced to:

Incorrect tire pressure or uneven loading.
Improperly tightening the front wheel to the frame.
Hitting an object with the front tire.

Q.16

What type of footwear is the best for motorcycle riders?

Sneakers
Leather boots
Sandals

Q.17

When buying a motorcycle helmet, you should be most concerned about the helmet's:

Price.
Protection.
Appearance.

Q.18

When being passed, moving to the part of your lane that is farthest from the passing vehicle:

Is recommended because you will be farther away from the passing vehicle.
Is not recommended because it invites the other driver to move back into your lane too early.
Is not encouraged or discouraged as it has no impact on safety.

Q.19

Most motorcycle crashes occur:

In broad daylight.
At dusk.
At night.

Q.20

Having only one alcoholic drink before riding:

Will not lead to a DUI conviction.
Will never affect your riding skills.
Can affect your ability to operate a motorcycle.

Q.21

While riding, you should wear:

Hearing protection to prevent damage from long-term exposure to engine and wind noise.
A helmet to protect your hearing.
A baseball cap.

Q.22

When passing a row of parked vehicles, a motorcycle rider has an advantage over an automobile driver because:

The motorcycle can accelerate more quickly than a car.
The motorcyclist can ride in the left part of the lane to avoid people and cars to their right.
Motorcycles have a shorter stopping distance than cars do.

Q.23

Blind spots on motorcycles:

Are nothing to worry about.
Should be consistently checked by riders.
Don't exist if the motorcycle has a rearview mirror.

Q.24

An ideal lane position should:

Increase your ability to see and be seen.
Place you in other drivers’ blind spots.
Invite others to share your lane.

Q.25

When riding in a group, riders should:

All maintain safe following distances.
Follow each other as closely as possible.
Not worry about distances between members.

Q.26

In the center of a traffic lane, there is usually an oily strip. Motorcyclists should:

Avoid riding on the oil and grease buildup.
Not worry about the oil and grease buildup.
Search for the lane with the smallest amount of oil and grease buildup.

Q.27

How do convex mirrors differ from regular mirrors?

They provide a more narrow view of the road.
They provide a wider view of the road.
They provide a better view of the road.

Q.28

If your front wheel locks while you are braking, you should:

Keep the tire locked up, as it will help you stop more quickly.
Release the front brake and only use the rear brake.
Release the front brake immediately and re-apply it.

Q.29

A sign that your rear tire has suddenly gone flat is that:

The back of your motorcycle is swaying from side to side.
You heard a loud noise.
A discharge of air can be seen.

Q.30

Which brake is more powerful on a motorcycle?

The front brake
The rear brake
Both brakes are equally powerful.

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