Take 2026 Alaska Motorcycle Permit Test 15

QUESTION 1 / 25

As the motorcycle’s weight moves forward while braking, you:

Choose one answer below.

ACan apply the front brake harder.✓BShould lessen the amount of pressure on the front brake.✓CCan apply the rear brake harder.✓DLose traction.✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

If you accidentally lock your rear wheel while braking on a good traction surface, you should:

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AKeep it locked until you come to a complete stop.✓BRelease the rear brake and only use the front brake.✓CRelease the rear brake, then quickly re-apply it.✓DRelease the rear brake and down shift.✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

The middle portion of the lane usually contains an oily strip. You should:

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ATry to avoid the oily strip when it is raining.✓BRide only on the oily strip, as it provides increased traction.✓CAvoid the entire center portion of the lane.✓DNot worry about oil or other items in a lane.✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

Most crashes happen:

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AAt speeds greater than 55 mph.✓BAfter several hours of riding.✓COn short trips.✓DOn long trips.✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

When riding, you should:

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ATurn your head and shoulders to look through turns.✓BKeep your arms straight.✓CKeep your knees away from the gas tank.✓DTurn just your head and eyes to look through turns.✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

In hot weather, wearing a riding jacket:

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ACan help protect against heat exhaustion and dehydration.✓BIs discouraged because it can cause heat-related problems.✓CShould only be done if the jacket is a light color.✓DIs not important.✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

When preparing to pass another vehicle on the left, which portion of the lane should you ride in?

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AThe left portion✓BThe center portion✓CThe right portion✓DThe shoulder✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

Hearing protection is:

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ANot needed if you wear a helmet.✓BNeeded in addition to a helmet.✓COnly needed on windy days.✓DNot needed if you are carrying a passenger.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

You will ______ hear a tire going flat.

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AAlways✓BUsually✓CFrequently✓DSeldom✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

Under normal conditions, you should maintain a _______ following distance.

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AOne-second✓BTwo-second✓CThree-second✓DFour-second✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

It is difficult for other motorists to see motorcycles at night. To make up for that, a motorcycle rider should:

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AReduce their speed when riding at night.✓BSound their horn repeatedly when riding at night.✓CNot ride at night.✓DStay directly in front of another vehicle to be seen in their headlights when riding at night.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

If your front wheel begins to skid, you should:

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AKeep the front brake engaged and ride out the skid.✓BKeep the front brake engaged and release the rear brake.✓CImmediately release and re-engage the front brake.✓DRelease the front brake and increase the pressure on the rear brake.✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

If taking a long trip, you should:

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ATry to minimize the number of rest breaks.✓BUse artificial stimulants, like caffeine, if you feel drowsy.✓CDress warmly to avoid getting too cold during the ride.✓DSchedule more than 12 hours of riding a day.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

Riding on the far side of a lane when following another vehicle:

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AIs recommended because you will be seen easily.✓BIs not recommended because drivers seldom use their side mirrors and may not see you.✓CIs recommended because a passenger in the vehicle may tell the driver that you are there.✓DIs illegal because you have to ride in the center portion of the lane.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

Which type of sign is yellow with black lettering or symbols?

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AWarning✓BService✓CRegulatory✓DSpeed limit✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

When riding a motorcycle and trying to turn, you should:

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APress the grip in the direction you want to turn.✓BPress the grip opposite of the direction you want to turn.✓CNot hold the grip because it can be dangerous.✓DNot lean the motorcycle as that can be unsafe.✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

If you are riding when it starts to rain, it is a good idea to:

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ARide down the center of the lane.✓BIncrease your speed.✓CRide in the tire tracks left by cars.✓DPull onto the shoulder of the road.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

If you are preparing to pass another operator on the left, you should:

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AGet into the right part of the lane so you can be seen in their side mirror.✓BGet into the left part of the lane to increase your line of sight.✓CStay in the center part of the lane so you can be seen in their rearview mirror.✓DWeave in your lane to draw attention to yourself.✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

What is the best lane position for a motorcycle operator?

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AThe left position in the lane✓BThe center position in the lane✓CThe right position in the lane✓DThere is no single lane position that is best for all situations.✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

When riding with a passenger, you should tell them to do all of the following, except:

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AGet on the motorcycle after the engine has been started.✓BSit as far forward as they can without crowding you.✓CHold firmly onto your waist, hips, or belt.✓DFeel free to talk whenever they want.✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

If riding a three-wheel motorcycle in a group, you should travel in a:

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AStaggered formation.✓BPyramid formation.✓CSingle-file line.✓DRow of pairs.✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

Before entering a lefthand curve, you should:

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AUsually ride in the right portion of the lane.✓BUsually ride in the left portion of the lane.✓CAlways ride in the middle of the lane.✓DAlways ride in the left portion of the lane.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

A motorcyclist can discourage other vehicles from lane sharing by:

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ARiding in the left portion of a lane.✓BRiding in the center portion of a lane.✓CGiving dirty looks if another driver moves into their lane.✓DRiding in a zigzag pattern to fill up a lane.✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

When on a slippery surface, a motorcycle operator should:

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ANot use the front brake.✓BMake sudden moves.✓CBrake frequently.✓DReduce their speed.✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

A rectangular sign may be a:

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ASchool crossing sign.✓BRailroad crossing sign.✓CStop sign.✓DSpeed limit sign.✓