Take 2026 District Of Columbia Motorcycle Permit Test 14

QUESTION 1 / 25

The front brake supplies how much of a motorcycle's potential stopping power?

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AAbout 25 percent✓BAbout 50 percent✓CAbout 70 percent✓D100 percent✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

A linked braking system:

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AConnects the front and rear brakes, applying both brakes when either brake lever is applied.✓BConnects the front brake to the gear shifter, applying the brake when the rider downshifts.✓CConnects the rear brake to a foot control.✓DConnects the rear brake to a switch on the handlebar.✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

Normally, you should maintain a following distance of:

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AOne second.✓BTwo seconds.✓CThree seconds.✓DFour seconds.✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

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

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AWarning✓BService✓CRegulatory✓DSpeed limit✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

When it is raining, it is usually best to:

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ARide in the center of the lane.✓BPull off to the side of the road until the rain stops.✓CRide in the tire tracks left by cars.✓DIncrease your speed.✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

In New Hampshire, a person who is age 21 or older with a minimum blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of ______ is considered legally intoxicated.

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A0.02 percent✓B0.04 percent✓C0.06 percent✓D0.08 percent✓

QUESTION 7 / 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 8 / 25

When a vehicle attempts to pass you from behind, you should:

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AMove to the center portion of the lane.✓BMove to the left portion of the lane.✓CMove to the right portion of the lane.✓DNot be concerned about which portion of the lane you are using.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

If you lock the rear tire on a good traction surface, you should:

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ARelease and re-apply the rear brake.✓BKeep it locked until you completely stop.✓CRelease the rear brake and only use the front brake.✓DRelease the rear brake and use both brakes to stop.✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

A wobble, or shaking of the front wheel and handlebars, may be caused by:

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AIncorrect tire pressure.✓BBrakes that are not working properly.✓CA balanced load.✓DExcessive wind.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

______ is a guarantee that another driver sees you.

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AEye contact✓BUsing a turn signal✓CFollowing another vehicle✓DNothing✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

When looking through a turn to see where you are going, you should:

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ATurn just your head.✓BTurn your head and shoulders.✓CTurn just your shoulders.✓DTurn your entire body.✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

Which of the following is not a benefit of riding in a close group?

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AIt takes up minimal space on the highway.✓BThe group is easy to see.✓CThe group is unlikely to be split up.✓DThe riders will get to their destination more quickly in a close group than a group that is spread out.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

To be effective, eye or face shield protection must be all of the following, except:

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AAble to fasten securely.✓BToo tight to allow sunglasses or eyeglasses to be worn.✓CFree of scratches.✓DAble to allow clear views to both sides.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

If your front tire locks while braking, you should:

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AKeep the brake engaged until you come to a full stop.✓BRelease both brakes and coast to a stop.✓CRelease the brake lever and use only the rear brake.✓DRelease the brake lever until the tire regains traction.✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

When preparing to pass a vehicle on the left, it is important to ride on the left side of your lane because:

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AThe right side could be slippery.✓BIt will give you the best chance of spotting hazards in the next lane.✓CPeople don’t usually expect to be passed on their left.✓DIt will place you in the rearview mirror of the car in front of you.✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

If attempting to brake in a curve, you should:

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ABrake more gradually than you would on a straightaway.✓BBrake as hard as you would on a straightaway.✓CWait until you are not in the curve to brake.✓DOnly use the rear brake.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

When both braking and swerving must be done to avoid an unexpected hazard, a rider should:

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APerform one action, then the other.✓BPerform both actions at the same time and apply extra braking pressure.✓CPerform both actions at the same time, but mainly focus on swerving.✓DNot perform either action.✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

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

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AJust behind the leader.✓BIn the front of the group.✓CAt the tail end of the group.✓DBeside the lead rider.✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

Which of the following will help you ride safely on slippery surfaces?

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AUsing only the front brake✓BUsing both brakes✓CUsing the center lane✓DMaintaining or increasing your speed✓

QUESTION 21 / 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 22 / 25

If your motorcycle has convex mirrors and you are not familiar with this type of mirror, you should practice using the mirrors because:

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AMost people aren’t used to using mirrors.✓BUnlike flat mirrors, they make items look farther away than they really are.✓CUnlike flat mirrors, they make items look closer than they really are.✓DIt can be difficult to remember to look at mirrors while riding.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

Maximum front-line braking is accomplished by:

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AUsing the rear brake only.✓BUsing the front brake only.✓CUsing both brakes.✓DUsing the rear brake while downshifting.✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

If you must brake and swerve to avoid a hazard, you should:

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ADo one, then the other.✓BDo both at the same time.✓CAlways apply the brakes first, then swerve.✓DTry instead to use only the brakes.✓

QUESTION 25 / 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.✓