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2026 District Of Columbia Motorcycle Permit Test 2
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QUESTION 1 / 25
When you ride, the best gear to wear is:
Choose one answer below.
A
Any gear that helps to protect you.
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B
The lowest-priced gear.
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C
Gear that looks good.
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D
Any gear that fits.
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QUESTION 2 / 25
A danger of riding next to a row of parked cars is:
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A
You may not find a parking spot.
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B
A driver may unexpectedly pull out from the row into your path.
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C
Others may be driving slowly while looking for a parking spot.
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D
The road may be uneven.
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QUESTION 3 / 25
Before mounting a motorcycle, you should check all of the following, except:
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The air pressure in the tires.
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B
Fluid levels.
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C
The turn signals.
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D
Damage to the paint.
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QUESTION 4 / 25
A pre-ride inspection usually takes:
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A
A few minutes and should be done no more than once a month.
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B
A few minutes and should be done before every ride.
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C
Over an hour and should be performed by a mechanic.
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D
Over an hour and must only be done if you will be carrying a passenger.
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QUESTION 5 / 25
If you borrow a motorcycle:
Choose one answer below.
A
Don’t worry about checking the tire pressure.
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B
Expect it to handle the same as your own bike.
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C
The lender will make sure the brakes work so you don't have to.
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D
Give yourself an extra cushion of space when riding to allow more time to react.
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QUESTION 6 / 25
If you are riding in the right side of your lane while following a car:
Choose one answer below.
A
You are likely riding in the best position to be seen.
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B
You may not be seen unless the driver uses their side mirror.
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C
The driver will most likely assume you are there.
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D
You are discouraging other drivers from sharing your lane.
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QUESTION 7 / 25
When preparing to pass another vehicle, you should ride in the left portion of your lane because:
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It increases your line of sight.
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B
It decreases your line of sight.
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C
It makes it difficult to see beyond the vehicle.
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D
It allows the other driver to speed up.
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QUESTION 8 / 25
Keep an expanded cushion of space between your motorcycle and the vehicle in front of you:
Choose one answer below.
A
When conditions will make stopping more difficult than usual.
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B
When you want to look at the scenery.
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C
To encourage other drivers to cut you off.
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D
To prevent the driver in front of you from knowing you are there.
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QUESTION 9 / 25
Which type of sign is yellow with black lettering or symbols?
Choose one answer below.
A
Warning
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B
Service
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C
Regulatory
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D
Speed limit
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QUESTION 10 / 25
Shifting into a lower gear causes an effect similar to:
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A
Using the brakes.
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B
Accelerating.
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C
Swerving.
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D
Turning.
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QUESTION 11 / 25
Riding at night is usually:
Choose one answer below.
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Easier than riding during the day because you can more easily see the lights of other vehicles.
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B
More difficult than riding during the day because it is harder to see.
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C
Not allowed on highways.
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D
Less distracting than riding during the day.
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QUESTION 12 / 25
Motorcycle riders should choose footwear with soles that:
Choose one answer below.
A
Are made of hard, durable, slip-resistant material.
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B
Allow their feet to breathe.
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C
Have tall heels.
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D
Are made of soft, flimsy material.
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QUESTION 13 / 25
If a friend has had too much to drink and wants to ride their motorcycle, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Let them.
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B
Encourage them to take roads that are not crowded.
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C
Not get involved.
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D
Take their keys.
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QUESTION 14 / 25
When riding behind a car, you should ride:
Choose one answer below.
A
In any part of the lane.
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B
In the part of the lane closest to the shoulder.
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C
In the part of the lane that places your image in the car's rearview mirror.
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D
As close to the car as possible.
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QUESTION 15 / 25
When riding, goggles:
Choose one answer below.
A
Protect your eyes, but not the rest of your face.
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B
Protect your face, but not your eyes.
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C
Are not as effective at protecting your eyes as eyeglasses.
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D
Are not effective in providing any protection.
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QUESTION 16 / 25
To get the best protection, be sure that your helmet:
Choose one answer below.
A
Meets Department of Transportation guidelines.
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B
Looks sturdy.
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C
Is inexpensive.
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D
Is in your favorite color.
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QUESTION 17 / 25
Clothing made of which type of material can offer the best protection to motorcyclists?
Choose one answer below.
A
Leather
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B
Wool
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C
Polyester
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D
Silk
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QUESTION 18 / 25
Mirror checks:
Choose one answer below.
A
Should be part of your normal scanning routine.
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B
Should be avoided because they will distract you.
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C
Should be avoided since other drivers will see you easily.
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D
Are only recommended in bad weather.
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QUESTION 19 / 25
When approaching an uneven surface, such as a bump or pothole, you should rise slightly off of your seat:
Choose one answer below.
A
So you can jump off the motorcycle if you need to.
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B
So your legs can absorb the shock.
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C
So other drivers can see you better.
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D
So you can get a better view of the uneven surface.
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QUESTION 20 / 25
A DOT-approved helmet:
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A
Restricts the wearer's vision to the sides.
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B
Can greatly reduce the severity of a head injury.
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C
Is usually uncomfortable.
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D
Makes it more difficult for the wearer to control their motorcycle.
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QUESTION 21 / 25
Reflective clothing should:
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Be worn at night.
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B
Not be worn during the day
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C
Never be worn.
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D
Not be worn at night.
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QUESTION 22 / 25
If you wait an hour per alcoholic drink before you ride your motorcycle:
Choose one answer below.
A
You cannot be arrested for drinking and riding.
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B
Your skills will not be affected.
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C
Side effects may still remain.
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D
You will be fine as long as you ride slowly.
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QUESTION 23 / 25
A leather jacket:
Choose one answer below.
A
Can make a rider look cool.
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B
Is usually too warm to wear when riding.
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C
Provides protection in a crash.
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D
Should not be worn when riding.
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QUESTION 24 / 25
When choosing clothes for riding, which of the following is not a good choice?
Choose one answer below.
A
A jacket and pants that cover your arms and legs completely
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B
Boots or shoes that cover your ankles
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C
Gloves made of leather
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D
A baseball cap to cover your hair
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QUESTION 25 / 25
When adjusting your rearview mirror, be sure you can:
Choose one answer below.
A
See the lane behind you and the lane next to you.
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B
See only the lane behind you.
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C
See only the lane next to you.
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D
See most of your helmet.
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