Take 2026 District Of Columbia Motorcycle Permit Test 9

QUESTION 1 / 25

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

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AJust behind the leader.✓BIn front of the group.✓CAt the rear of the group.✓DBeside the leader.✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

A shatter-resistant face shield:

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ACan protect a rider's face in a crash.✓BIs only useful in protecting riders from dirt.✓CDoes not offer as much protection as goggles.✓DShould not be used with a helmet.✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

Your lane position should help you:

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ACommunicate your intentions to other drivers.✓BKeep others from passing you.✓CTravel to your destination as quickly as possible.✓DLinger in the blind spots of other drivers.✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

Your lane position should:

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AProtect your lane from other drivers.✓BAllow you a nice view of scenery.✓CPlace you in other drivers’ blind spots.✓DHide your intentions from other drivers.✓

QUESTION 5 / 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 6 / 25

Use your mirrors when stopped at an intersection:

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ATo see if vehicles parked on the sides of the street are entering traffic.✓BTo look for vehicles changing lanes.✓CTo watch for vehicles behind you that may not be slowing down.✓DTo see if someone is planning to turn behind you.✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

A driver making eye contact with you:

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AMeans that they see you.✓BWill never happen.✓CDoes not mean that they will properly yield to you.✓DGuarantees that they will properly yield to you.✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

If your front tire goes flat while you are riding:

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AThe steering will feel heavy.✓BThe steering will feel loose.✓CThere will be no change in the steering.✓DThe ride will feel too smooth.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

Before carrying a passenger in traffic for the first time, you should:

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ARead books about carrying passengers.✓BPractice riding on an empty road.✓CFlash your lights so others can see you.✓DPractice riding on the shoulder of a road.✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

At a minimum, how often should a motorcycle's hydraulic fluid be checked?

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AOnce a day✓BOnce a week✓COnce a year✓DBefore every ride✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

The front brake:

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AShould only be used when you need to stop quickly.✓BShould be used only under slippery conditions.✓CIs not as effective as the rear brake.✓DIs safe to use, if used properly.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

Which of the following is not a good way for a rider to increase their visibility?

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AWearing proper clothing✓BUsing their headlight at all times✓CUsing their turn signals✓DWaving at other drivers✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

Where is the gearshift lever located?

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AIn front of the left footrest✓BIn front of the right footrest✓COn the left handgrip✓DOn the right handgrip✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

When stopping:

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AThe rear brake should be applied first.✓BThe front brake should be applied first.✓CBoth brakes should be applied at the same time.✓DOnly one brake, front or rear, should be used.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

When riding a motorcycle, you should:

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AAssume the motorcycle is as easy to see as other vehicles.✓BAssume other drivers can’t see you.✓CNot be concerned with taking steps to ensure that other drivers see you.✓DRide offensively.✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

To lean a motorcycle when making a turn, you should:

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AAlways press on the left handgrip.✓BAlways press on the right handgrip.✓CPress on the handgrip in the direction opposite of the turn.✓DPress on the handgrip in the direction of the turn.✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

When riding at night, how should your following distance compare to your following distance during the day?

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AYou should allow a longer following distance when following another vehicle at night.✓BYou should allow a shorter following distance when following another vehicle at night.✓CYou should always maintain the same following distance regardless of the time of day.✓DFollowing distance really doesn’t matter.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

To stop quickly, it is best to:

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AThrottle down and use the front brake.✓BUse the rear brake only.✓CUse the front brake only.✓DUse both brakes at the same time.✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

Several factors influence blood alcohol concentration (BAC). Which of the following does not play a role?

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AThe amount of alcohol consumed✓BHow fast a person drinks✓CBody weight✓DHeight✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

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

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AWarning✓BService✓CRegulatory✓DSpeed limit✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

When it starts 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 22 / 25

Before mounting the motorcycle, your pre-ride inspection should include all of the following, except:

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AA tire check.✓BA taillight test.✓CA headlight test.✓DA paint check.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

When entering a curve, a group should:

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ARide in a single-file formation.✓BRide in a staggered formation.✓CRide in pairs.✓DRide on the shoulder.✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

If you wait one hour to ride after having one alcoholic drink:

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AYou cannot be arrested for drinking and driving.✓BYour riding skills will not be affected by the alcohol.✓CEffects from the alcohol may still remain.✓DYou will be fine as long as you ride slowly.✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

When riding, the best sitting position:

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ARequires your arms be used to hold you up.✓BAllows you to easily reach the controls.✓CKeeps your arms straight when reaching the handle grips.✓DKeeps your knees away from the gas tank.✓