Take 2026 District Of Columbia Motorcycle Permit Test 16

QUESTION 1 / 25

Without a helmet, a motorcycle rider is ________ more likely to suffer a critical head injury in a crash.

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AThree times✓BFour times✓CFive times✓DSix times✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

The center portion of a lane often contains an oily strip. This strip:

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AIs not safe for motorcyclists at any time.✓BIs usually safe for motorcyclists, unless it is raining.✓CShould always be avoided since other parts of the lane do not have the oily strip.✓DAdds to traction for most motorcycle tires.✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

Making eye contact with other drivers:

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AMeans that they see you.✓BGuarantees that they will yield to you.✓CDoesn’t mean that they see you.✓DIs not worth the effort it takes.✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

The Motorcycle Safety Foundation recommends a SEE strategy to make safe judgments while riding. What does "SEE" stand for?

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ASearch, Evaluate, Execute✓BScan, Enter, Exit✓CSlow, Early, Engine✓DStop, Escape, Easy✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

How can you regain control if your rear tire locks up?

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ARelease the rear brake.✓BContinue using the rear brake.✓CSwerve the bike in the direction with the fewest hazards.✓DWith the brake engaged, try to accelerate.✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

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

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ABy proceeding straight within your lane.✓BAt a 45-degree angle.✓CAt a 90-degree angle.✓DAt a fast speed.✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

To accommodate a passenger, you may have to:

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AAdjust the shocks.✓BAdjust the handlebars.✓CAdjust the brakes.✓DAdjust the throttle.✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

On a slippery surface, you should not:

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AReduce your speed.✓BAvoid making sudden moves.✓CUse only the front brake when slowing or stopping.✓DUse both brakes when slowing or stopping.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

It is important to flash your brake light when:

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AApproaching a police officer.✓BSomeone is following too closely.✓CThere is a stop sign ahead.✓DYour signals are not working.✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

A passenger on a motorcycle should:

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AMount the motorcycle before the engine starts.✓BMount the motorcycle after the engine starts.✓CSit as close to the rear of the motorcycle as possible.✓DHold onto the seat.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

When in traffic, motorcycles need:

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AMuch less distance to stop than cars.✓BLess distance to stop than cars.✓CAs much distance to stop as cars.✓DMore distance to stop than cars.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

What does this hand signal mean? Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-motorcycle/handsignal2.png

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ASlow or stop✓BLeft turn✓CRight turn✓DBacking up✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

To stop quickly, you should:

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AUse only the rear brake.✓BUse only the front brake.✓CUse both brakes.✓DUse the rear brake firmly while gradually increasing the braking pressure of the front brake.✓

QUESTION 14 / 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 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

Which of the following is not a way to prevent a friend from driving while intoxicated?

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AArrange a safe ride home for them.✓BGet them involved in activities to slow their drinking and keep them busy while they sober up.✓CMake them wait 15 minutes after their last drink before driving.✓DGet other friends involved in stopping your friend from driving.✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

When may you not need to increase your following distance?

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AWhen the road is slippery✓BWhen there is a lot of traffic✓CWhen you can see through the vehicle in front of you✓DWhen it is raining✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

The proper footwear for riding a motorcycle:

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AHas long, loose laces.✓BHas short heels.✓CHas tall heels.✓DIs always sneakers.✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

To reduce your reaction time, you should:

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ARide under the speed limit.✓BCover the clutch and brakes.✓CShift into neutral when slowing.✓DAccelerate before turning.✓

QUESTION 20 / 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 21 / 25

In which of the following situations should you increase your following distance?

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ATraffic is light.✓BTraffic is heavy.✓CYou are able to see the roadway through vehicles in front of you.✓DThere is pleasant and clear weather.✓

QUESTION 22 / 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 23 / 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 24 / 25

When crossing railroad tracks that are parallel to the road, you should:

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ACross the tracks at a 90-degree angle.✓BAvoid crossing the tracks for any reason.✓CTry to cross the tracks at a 45-degree angle.✓DSlowly inch across the tracks.✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

A person with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of ______ or more is considered legally intoxicated.

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A0.02 percent✓B0.03 percent✓C0.05 percent✓D0.08 percent✓