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2026 Louisiana Motorcycle Permit Test 5
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QUESTION 1 / 25
When approaching railroad tracks that cross your lane at an angle, it is usually:
Choose one answer below.
A
Safest to ride straight within your lane to cross the tracks.
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B
Dangerous to ride straight within your lane to cross the tracks.
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C
Not safe to cross tracks on a motorcycle.
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D
Safest to cross the tracks by riding on the shoulder of the road.
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QUESTION 2 / 25
Reflective clothing should:
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A
Be worn only at night.
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B
Be worn only during the day.
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C
Not be worn.
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D
Be worn day and night.
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QUESTION 3 / 25
When you are being passed, you should:
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A
Ride in the center portion of the lane.
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B
Ride in the left portion of the lane.
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C
Ride in the right portion of the lane.
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D
Weave among the three portions of the lane as the vehicle passes.
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QUESTION 4 / 25
Your lane position should:
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A
Avoid other road users' blind spots.
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B
Provide a good view of the shoulder.
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C
Provide a poor view of road hazards.
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D
Invite others to share your lane.
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QUESTION 5 / 25
When passing a row of parked cars to your right when there is no oncoming traffic to your left, you should:
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A
Stay toward the right side of your lane.
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B
Stay toward the left side of your lane.
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C
Look to your left frequently.
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D
Use your rearview mirrors more frequently than usual.
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QUESTION 6 / 25
If using a sidecar to transport a load, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Allow the load to move freely.
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B
Secure the load so its weight does not shift.
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C
Place the load unsecured in the seat.
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D
Secure the load near the front of the sidecar.
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QUESTION 7 / 25
When making a turn:
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A
There is less traction available for stopping.
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B
There is more traction available for stopping.
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C
Stopping is no different than making a stop on a straightaway.
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D
Stopping should never be attempted.
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QUESTION 8 / 25
To be effective, an eye or face shield should be all of the following, except:
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A
Free of scratches.
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B
Resistant to penetration.
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C
Able to fasten securely.
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D
Airtight.
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QUESTION 9 / 25
Riding directly alongside another vehicle is discouraged because:
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A
You may have a difficult time getting to a highway exit.
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B
You may be in the other vehicle’s blind spot.
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C
You may block the driver's view.
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D
It prevents other drivers from passing both of you.
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QUESTION 10 / 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 11 / 25
When riding in a vehicle's blind spot, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Stay where you are to avoid surprising the driver.
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B
Wave at the other driver to get their attention.
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C
Slow down until you are out of the blind spot.
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D
Pull over to the shoulder.
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QUESTION 12 / 25
When riding downhill on a motorcycle with a sidecar:
Choose one answer below.
A
Stopping will be easier than when riding without a sidecar.
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B
Stopping will take longer than when riding without a sidecar.
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C
You cannot stop.
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D
Stopping is about as easy as it is when riding without the sidecar.
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QUESTION 13 / 25
When riding with a passenger, you should:
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A
Maintain your usual space cushion.
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B
Brake later than usual.
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C
Ride a little more slowly than usual.
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D
Ride a little faster than usual.
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QUESTION 14 / 25
When deciding on a lane position, you should:
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A
Always ride in the center portion of the lane.
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B
Always ride in the left portion of the lane.
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C
Always ride in the right portion of the lane.
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D
Be flexible and base your decision off of numerous factors.
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QUESTION 15 / 25
Passing and being passed when riding a motorcycle is not much different than when driving a car. However:
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A
A motorcycle's visibility is more critical than that of a car.
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B
A motorcycle's visibility is not as important as that of a car.
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C
Passing should be done on the shoulder instead of on the main roadway.
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D
It is critical to make eye contact with the other driver when riding a motorcycle.
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QUESTION 16 / 25
If you cannot avoid a slippery road, you should:
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A
Lean into the slippery section to maintain your balance.
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B
Maintain your speed to improve traction.
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C
Not worry about the road conditions.
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D
Keep your motorcycle upright and proceed as slowly as needed.
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QUESTION 17 / 25
When braking, you should:
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A
Always use both brakes.
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B
Only use the front brake.
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C
Only use the rear brake on slippery surfaces, such as wet pavement.
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D
Only use the rear brake.
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QUESTION 18 / 25
To accommodate a passenger, you may have to:
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A
Adjust the shocks.
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B
Adjust the handlebars.
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C
Adjust the brakes.
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D
Adjust the throttle.
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QUESTION 19 / 25
If another driver is following you too closely, it is best to:
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A
Not worry about them.
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B
Change lanes and let them pass.
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C
Speed up.
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D
Get off the roadway.
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QUESTION 20 / 25
The front brake:
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A
Should only be used when you need to stop quickly.
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B
Should be used only under slippery conditions.
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C
Is not as effective as the rear brake.
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D
Is safe to use, if used properly.
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QUESTION 21 / 25
Goggles can:
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A
Protect your eyes and your face.
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B
Protect your face but not your eyes.
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C
Protect your eyes, but not your face.
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D
Not protect your face or eyes.
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QUESTION 22 / 25
When entering a curve, a group should:
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A
Ride in a single-file formation.
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B
Ride in a staggered formation.
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C
Ride in pairs.
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D
Ride on the shoulder.
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QUESTION 23 / 25
If a tire goes flat and you must brake, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Apply the brake of the tire that is not flat.
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B
Apply the brake of the tire that is flat.
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C
Apply both brakes.
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D
Not use either brake.
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QUESTION 24 / 25
A rectangular sign may be a:
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A
School crossing sign.
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B
Railroad crossing sign.
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C
Stop sign.
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D
Speed limit sign.
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QUESTION 25 / 25
When stopping:
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A
The rear brake should be applied first.
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B
The front brake should be applied first.
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C
Both brakes should be applied at the same time.
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D
Only one brake, front or rear, should be used.
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