Take 2026 Louisiana Motorcycle Permit Test 3

QUESTION 1 / 25

Before every ride, it is important to check all of the following, except:

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AThe spokes.✓BThe tire tread.✓CThe lights.✓DThe seat fabric.✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

What can you do to increase your chances of being seen at an intersection?

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ARide while using your headlight.✓BSwerve within your lane to draw attention to your motorcycle.✓CRaise your arms.✓DAvoid using your brakes.✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

When downshifting, you should:

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AShift through multiple gears at a time.✓BShift through one gear at a time.✓CAlways shift all the way down to neutral first.✓DAccelerate.✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

The only way to rid your body of alcohol is through:

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ATime.✓BDrinking coffee.✓CExercising.✓DTaking a cold shower.✓

QUESTION 5 / 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 6 / 25

What is often found in the center portion of the lane?

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AA landing strip✓BAn oily or greasy strip✓CLane markings✓DIce✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

When braking, you should use:

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AOnly the front brake.✓BOnly the rear brake.✓CBoth brakes.✓DEither brake, but never both at the same time.✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

Can clothing help prevent injuries in the event of a crash?

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ANo, clothing is not really for protection.✓BNo, clothing is more of a personal choice.✓CYes, but only if garments are very loose and flap in the wind.✓DYes, if pants and a jacket cover your arms and legs completely.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

When choosing a lane position, you should consider:

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AWhether or not other drivers will see you.✓BHow many cars are on the road ahead.✓CWhich portion of the lane will result in a shorter trip.✓DIf you can pass more vehicles in a certain position than in another.✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

A rectangular sign may be a:

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ASchool crossing sign.✓BRailroad crossing sign.✓CStop sign.✓DSpeed limit sign.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

Motorcycle riders should choose footwear with soles that:

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AAre made of hard, durable, slip-resistant material.✓BAllow their feet to breathe.✓CHave tall heels.✓DAre made of soft, flimsy material.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

To get the best protection, be sure that your helmet:

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AMeets Department of Transportation guidelines.✓BLooks sturdy.✓CIs inexpensive.✓DIs in your favorite color.✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

A horn:

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AIs not required on a motorcycle.✓BIs required equipment.✓CShould be sounded when stopping.✓DShould always be sounded when riding in fog.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

When changing lanes:

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AThere is no need to do a head check if you use your mirrors.✓BMirrors provide a full view of the road around your motorcycle.✓CYou should turn your head and look over your shoulder.✓DYou can assume drivers will properly respond to your turn signal.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

Maintain an adequate following distance behind other vehicles:

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ATo allow you time and space to identify and react to hazards.✓BSo you can tailgate.✓CTo allow for traffic counters to accurately count you as a vehicle.✓DTo encourage other drivers to cut you off.✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

Which fabric provides the best protection for motorcycle riders?

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ALeather✓BDenim✓CWool✓DPolyester✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

If in a no passing zone:

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AA motorcycle may still pass another vehicle.✓BA motorcycle is not allowed to pass another vehicle.✓CA motorcycle may pass another vehicle if the pass can be completed before another vehicle approaches.✓DA motorcycle may pass on the shoulder.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

If you wait an hour per alcoholic drink before you ride your motorcycle:

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AYou cannot be arrested for drinking and riding.✓BYour skills will not be affected.✓CSide effects may still remain.✓DYou will be fine as long as you ride slowly.✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

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

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AWarning✓BService✓CRegulatory✓DSpeed limit✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

A good way to handle tailgaters is to:

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AChange lanes and let them pass.✓BIgnore them.✓CUse your horn and make obscene gestures.✓DSpeed up to put distance between you and the tailgater.✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

When riding with a passenger, you should:

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AAssume the passenger has traveled by motorcycle before.✓BNot assume the passenger has traveled by motorcycle before and explain the process.✓CNot let them ask questions.✓DNot bother with explaining anything since they are only a passenger and not in control of the motorcycle.✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

An advantage to keeping the size of a group of riders small is:

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AA small group is less easily separated in traffic than a larger group.✓BA small group can disregard traffic laws to stay together.✓CRiders will always be trying to catch up to the group.✓DIt will be difficult to keep track of where everyone is.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

To get the best possible protection, wear a helmet that:

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AFits snugly.✓BIs well-worn and broken in.✓CIs pretty loose.✓DDoes not have a chinstrap.✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

A three-wheeled motorcycle:

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AHandles curves about the same as a two-wheeled motorcycle.✓BHandles curves differently than a two-wheeled motorcycle.✓CShould not be operated in curves.✓DShould use the shoulder when taking a curve.✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

How is the accelerator controlled?

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AWith the right hand✓BWith the left hand✓CWith the right foot✓DWith the left foot✓