Take 2026 Massachusetts Motorcycle Permit Test 12

QUESTION 1 / 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 2 / 25

When you are stopped, you:

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AShould remain in first gear.✓BShould remain in neutral.✓CShould remain in fifth gear.✓DCan remain in any gear.✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

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

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AWarning✓BService✓CRegulatory✓DSpeed limit✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

When riding on a slippery surface, you should not:

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AReduce your speed.✓BAvoid sudden moves.✓CUse both brakes.✓DBrake quickly.✓

QUESTION 5 / 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 6 / 25

A group of riders should pass another vehicle:

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AIn a staggered formation.✓BIn a pyramid formation.✓COne at a time.✓DIn a splintered formation.✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

When an operator's left arm is extended straight out to the left, it means the operator: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-motorcycle/vt-2.png

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APlans to turn left.✓BIs about to stop.✓CPlans to turn right.✓DIs about to slow down.✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

Making eye contact with another driver:

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AGuarantees that the other driver will properly yield to you.✓BIs not worth the effort it takes.✓CDoesn’t mean that the driver will properly yield to you.✓DMeans that the other driver knows you are there.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

A rectangular sign may be a:

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

QUESTION 10 / 25

A plastic, shatter-resistant face shield:

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AIs not necessary if you have a windshield.✓BOnly protects your eyes.✓CProtects more than just your eyes.✓DDoes not protect your face as well as goggles.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

How much of a motorcycle's total braking power can the front brake supply?

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AAbout 10 percent✓BAbout 25 percent✓CAbout 50 percent✓DAbout 70 percent✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

To adjust for added weight when riding with a passenger, you should:

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AOperate at a slower speed than usual.✓BMaintain a shorter following distance that you would if riding without a passenger.✓COperate at a faster speed than usual.✓DBrake a little later than you would if riding without a passenger.✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

When should the front brake be used?

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AAny time the rider is slowing or stopping✓BOnly when slowing or stopping on slippery roads✓COnly when slowing or stopping in an emergency✓DOnly when slowing or stopping in traffic✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

Reflective material on your helmet:

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AHelps you to be seen.✓BIs not allowed.✓CShould only be used at night.✓DDoes not help you to be seen.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

How can a motorcycle operator discourage lane sharing by other drivers?

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ABy giving dirty looks to other drivers✓BBy riding in the center portion of the lane✓CBy riding in the left portion of the lane✓DBy riding in a zigzag pattern✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

To lean the motorcycle for a turn, you should:

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APress the handgrip in the direction of the turn.✓BPress the handgrip in the direction opposite of the turn.✓CApply the front brake.✓DApply the rear brake.✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

Your lane position should not:

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AIncrease your ability to see and be seen.✓BHelp you avoid surface hazards.✓CProvide you with an escape route.✓DWelcome other drivers into your lane.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

Which of the following is not a safe step in preventing fatigue while riding?

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AProtecting yourself from the elements✓BTaking artificial stimulants✓CLimiting the distance ridden in one day✓DTaking frequent breaks✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

When consumed together, the effects of alcohol and drugs:

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ACan be more pronounced than when either is consumed alone.✓BAre less dangerous than when either is consumed alone.✓CAre usually minimal.✓DOften balance out.✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

Passing and being passed when riding a motorcycle is not much different than when driving a car. However:

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AA motorcycle's visibility is more critical than that of a car.✓BA motorcycle's visibility is not as important as that of a car.✓CPassing should be done on the shoulder instead of on the main roadway.✓DIt is critical to make eye contact with the other driver when riding a motorcycle.✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

When riding in curves, turning, or entering a highway, the best group formation is:

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APairs.✓BSingle-file.✓CStaggered.✓DPassing.✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

When adjusting your mirrors, you should focus on:

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AThe road behind and to the side of your motorcycle.✓BYour arms.✓CThe road in front of your motorcycle.✓DThe side of the motorcycle.✓

QUESTION 23 / 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 24 / 25

To increase your chances of being seen at an intersection, you should:

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ATurn your headlight off.✓BRide with your headlight on.✓CTry to make eye contact with other drivers.✓DRide as closely as possible to the vehicle ahead.✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

When being followed too closely by another vehicle, you should:

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ASpeed up.✓BMove onto the shoulder.✓CAllow the other driver to pass you.✓DExit the roadway.✓