Take 2026 Louisiana Motorcycle Permit Test 7

QUESTION 1 / 25

Where is the horn button usually located?

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ABy the left handgrip✓BBy the right handgrip✓CBy the left footrest✓DBy the right footrest✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

When changing lanes, you should:

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ASignal, use your mirrors, and turn your head.✓BSignal and use your mirrors.✓CTurn your head and change lanes.✓DSignal and change lanes.✓

QUESTION 3 / 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 4 / 25

When following another vehicle as a beginning rider, you should:

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AMaintain a minimum four-second following distance.✓BGet as close to the other vehicle as possible.✓CNever be concerned about your following distance.✓DAlways ride in the left portion of the lane so the driver can easily see you.✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

Where is the greatest potential for conflict between motorcycle operators and other drivers?

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AAt intersections✓BOn highways✓COn rural roads✓DIn parking lots✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

When being passed, all of the following are potential hazards, except:

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AExtended mirrors.✓BObjects being thrown from other vehicles.✓CBlasts of wind.✓DHeadlights.✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

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

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AWarning✓BService✓CRegulatory✓DSpeed limit✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

A motorcycle with a sidecar:

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ACannot tip over.✓BCan tip over if making a turn too fast.✓CIs designed to take corners at any speed.✓DShould not be used for loading items.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

In a normal turn:

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AThe motorcycle and rider should lean together.✓BThe motorcycle and rider should lean in opposite directions.✓CThe motorcycle should lean, but the rider should not.✓DThe rider should lean, but the motorcycle should not.✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

Crashes are more likely to occur among:

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AExperienced riders.✓BBeginning riders.✓CThose familiar with their motorcycle.✓DThose who have completed a safety course.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

If you are transporting a passenger, they should:

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ALean as you lean.✓BHold onto the seat.✓CSit as far back on the seat as possible.✓DNever hold onto you.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

To lower the chance of a crash, you should do all of the following, except:

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ABe visible.✓BCommunicate your intentions.✓CBe prepared to react to hazards.✓DHope another driver sees you.✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

You should choose the lane position that can:

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AMinimize your space cushion and allow you to be seen by others.✓BMaximize your space cushion and allow you to be seen by others.✓CMaximize your potential for encountering road hazards and allow others to pass you.✓DMinimize your potential for encountering road hazards and allow you to closely follow another vehicle.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

An experienced rider:

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AChanges positions within their lane as conditions change.✓BStays in one portion of a lane at all times.✓CWeaves within the lane to be more visible.✓DTravels only on the oily portion of the lane.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

What does this hand signal mean? Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-motorcycle/handsignal3.png

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

QUESTION 16 / 25

If your motorcycle begins to wobble, you should:

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AAccelerate out of the wobble.✓BUse the brakes gradually.✓CGrip the handlebars firmly and close the throttle gradually.✓DDownshift.✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

To increase your line of sight when preparing to pass another vehicle on its left, you should:

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ARide in the left portion of your lane.✓BRide in the right portion of your lane.✓CRide in the center portion of your lane.✓DTry to stand up on your motorcycle.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

A rectangular sign may be a:

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

QUESTION 19 / 25

Riding alongside another rider:

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AAllows you to maximize the surface of the road.✓BShould be avoided because it limits your escape routes.✓CAllows you to communicate with one another.✓DMakes it easier for other motorists to pass.✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

The gear shift lever is located:

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AIn front of the left footrest.✓BIn front of the right footrest.✓CBehind the left footrest.✓DBehind the right footrest.✓

QUESTION 21 / 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 22 / 25

Brightly-colored helmets:

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AMay make it easier for the wearer to be seen.✓BCan be distracting.✓CDon’t help to improve a rider's visibility.✓DAre not permitted.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

An advantage to keeping a cushion of space between your motorcycle and other vehicles is that:

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AYou can pass danger more quickly.✓BYou will have a more narrow view of the road so you can stay focused.✓CYou will have more time to react to the movements of others.✓DYou can more easily follow the path of the next vehicle.✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

For routine braking:

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AYou should only use the front brake.✓BYou should only use the rear brake.✓CYou should alternate between the front and rear brakes to maximize the life of the brakes.✓DYou should always use both the front and rear brakes at the same time.✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

After entering a turn, you should roll on the throttle and:

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AAlways slow down.✓BMaintain a steady speed or accelerate gradually.✓CAccelerate drastically.✓DNot worry about your speed.✓