Take 2026 Arizona Motorcycle Permit Test 9

QUESTION 1 / 25

When riding with a heavy load, you will want to adjust the:

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ABrakes.✓BSeat.✓CSuspension.✓DBrake light.✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

The best lane position:

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AIs always the right portion of the lane.✓BIs always the center portion of the lane.✓CIs always the left portion of the lane.✓DVaries based on road, weather, and traffic conditions.✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

Where is the greatest potential for conflict between a motorcycle and other traffic?

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AIntersections✓BHighways✓CParking lots✓DResidential areas✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

To reduce the amount of time you need to react to a hazard, you should:

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AAlways ride under the speed limit.✓BCover the clutch and brakes.✓CShift into neutral when slowing.✓DPull the clutch when turning.✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

What should you do to maintain proper control of your motorcycle while turning?

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AIncrease your speed before entering the turn.✓BKeep the motorcycle from leaning.✓CLook through the turn to anticipate the best course of action.✓DCome to a complete stop before entering the turn.✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

When traveling on a motorcycle with a sidecar, the passenger should ride:

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AOn the motorcycle seat.✓BIn the sidecar.✓CEither on the motorcycle or in the sidecar.✓DNeither on the motorcycle or in the sidecar.✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

How do headache, cold, and hay fever medications usually affect your body?

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AThey make you drowsy.✓BThey make you more alert.✓CThey make you hungry.✓DThey make you unable to concentrate.✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

When selecting a helmet, it is important that all of the following are true, except:

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AThe helmet is DOT-compliant.✓BThe helmet looks nice.✓CThe helmet fits snugly.✓DThe helmet does not have any defects.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

You should use a larger cushion of space:

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AWhen roads are slippery.✓BWhen it is sunny outside.✓CWhen it is colder than usual.✓DWhen you are following other motorcycles.✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

Which of the following surfaces provides the best traction for a motorcycle?

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AA gravel road✓BDry pavement✓CMud✓DLane markings✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

Face shields and goggles:

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AWill likely never need to be replaced.✓BWill develop scratches and become brittle, requiring regular replacement.✓CShould be made of breakable materials so they can break away in the event of a crash.✓DShould not allow air to pass through.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

A leather jacket:

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ACan make a rider look cool.✓BIs usually too warm to wear when riding.✓CProvides protection in a crash.✓DShould not be worn when riding.✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

If braking in a curve:

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AOnly use the front brake.✓BIt will be the same as braking on a straightaway.✓CYou will have more traction as you lean into the curve.✓DYou may have less traction as you lean into the curve.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

If you are riding in traffic when a small animal enters your lane, you should:

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ADo whatever you can, including swerving into other lanes, to avoid hitting the animal.✓BSwitch lanes as quickly as possible.✓CStay in your lane.✓DFlash your lights to try to scare the animal.✓

QUESTION 15 / 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 16 / 25

A motorcycle with a sidecar:

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ACannot tip over.✓BCan tip over if making a turn too fast.✓CIs designed to take corners at any speed.✓DShould not be used for loading items.✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

When you ride a motorcycle, 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 18 / 25

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

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AWarning✓BService✓CRegulatory✓DSpeed limit✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

In any crash, you have a better chance of avoiding serious injury if you do all of the following, except:

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AWear an approved helmet.✓BWear face or eye protection.✓CWear protective clothing.✓DHave a windshield.✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

When someone follows you too closely, you should:

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ASpeed up.✓BNot worry about them and just focus on the road in front of you.✓CChange lanes and let them pass.✓DRide on the shoulder and let them pass.✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

When passing another vehicle:

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AThe pass may be completed in a no passing zone.✓BThe rider may travel up to 10 mph over the speed limit to complete the pass.✓CThe pass must be started and completed within a passing zone.✓DThe pass must be completed on the shoulder, if one is present.✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

Many over-the-counter drugs:

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AIncrease the danger of riding.✓BDecrease the danger of riding.✓COnly affect your riding if you drink along with taking the medication.✓DHave the same effect on everyone.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

How much of a motorcycle's total braking power can the front brake supply?

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AAbout 10 percent✓BAbout 25 percent✓CAbout 50 percent✓DAbout 70 percent✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

A group of riders should merge onto a highway in:

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AA single-file formation.✓BA staggered formation.✓CPairs.✓DA pyramid formation.✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

During your pre-ride inspection, you should check all of the following, except the:

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AFluids.✓BHeadlight and taillight.✓CTurn signals.✓DReflectors.✓