Take 2026 Montana Motorcycle Permit Test 7

QUESTION 1 / 25

When making an ordinary stop, you should:

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AUse both the front and rear brakes.✓BUse only the rear brake to save the front brake for special situations.✓CUse only the front brake to save the rear brake for special situations.✓DSharply squeeze the front brake only.✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

When riding through a curve, a group of motorcyclists should:

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ARide in a staggered formation.✓BRide in a single-file formation.✓CRide in a side-by-side formation.✓DUse both lanes if possible.✓

QUESTION 3 / 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 4 / 25

Before changing lanes, motorcycle riders should turn their heads to look over their shoulders because:

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AMotorcycles have blind spots, just like other vehicles.✓BThey can catch the attention of other drivers by turning their heads.✓CMirrors are not really helpful.✓DThey should try to make eye contact with surrounding drivers.✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

To be effective, a face shield should not:

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ABe free of scratches.✓BAllow clear views to both sides.✓CBe airtight.✓DFasten securely.✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

When selecting a helmet, make sure it is all of the following, except:

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ADesigned to meet U.S. Department of Transportation standards.✓BSnug.✓CDefect-free.✓DAttractive.✓

QUESTION 7 / 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 8 / 25

How can you discourage another vehicle from sharing your lane?

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ARide in the middle of your lane.✓BRide in the left portion of your lane.✓CRide in the right portion of your lane.✓DSwerve from side to side in your lane.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

During your pre-ride inspection, you should check all of the following, except the:

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AFluids.✓BHeadlight and taillight.✓CTurn signals.✓DReflectors.✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

Under normal road and traffic conditions, it is recommended that a rider maintains a minimum ______ following distance.

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AOne-second✓BTwo-second✓CThree-second✓DFour-second✓

QUESTION 11 / 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 12 / 25

A person with a minimum blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of ______ is considered legally intoxicated.

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A0.02 percent✓B0.04 percent✓C0.08 percent✓D0.1 percent✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

If you must ride over an obstacle, you should:

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ADecrease your speed as much as possible.✓BLean the motorcycle to one side.✓CSpeed up, if possible.✓DStay on your seat and remove your feet from the footrests.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

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

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AWarning✓BService✓CRegulatory✓DSpeed limit✓

QUESTION 15 / 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 16 / 25

When approaching a blind intersection with a stop sign, riders should:

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AStop at the stop sign then proceed through the intersection.✓BIgnore the stop sign and move forward to get a better look.✓CStop at the stop sign before moving forward to improve their view of cross traffic.✓DProceed through the intersection without stopping.✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

When carrying a passenger in a sidecar, you should:

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ABegin slowing sooner than usual.✓BBegin slowing later than usual.✓CApply the brakes more firmly than usual to stop quickly.✓DApply the brakes more softly than usual to keep from overworking them.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

A flat front tire is especially hazardous because:

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AIt affects how you steer.✓BThe front tire provides the power for the bike, so you will lose acceleration.✓CThe flat tire will shake the bike, making it hard to use the mirrors.✓DYou won’t be able to use the brake.✓

QUESTION 19 / 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 20 / 25

If you are not traveling slowly enough when shifting into a lower gear, the:

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AMotorcycle could lurch and the rear tire could skid.✓BMotorcycle could accelerate too quickly.✓CFront tire will likely skid.✓DEngine will make a loud noise.✓

QUESTION 21 / 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 22 / 25

A proper lane position should do all of the following, except:

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AIncrease your ability to see and be seen.✓BHelp you avoid surface hazards.✓CHelp you avoid traffic signals.✓DCommunicate your intentions to other road users.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

When traveling on a motorcycle with a sidecar, the passenger should ride:

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AOn the motorcycle seat.✓BIn the sidecar.✓CEither on the motorcycle or in the sidecar.✓DNeither on the motorcycle or in the sidecar.✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

Which of the following provides a rider with the best protection?

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AGoggles✓BA face shield✓CA windshield✓DEyeglasses✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

When approaching railroad tracks that cross your lane at an angle, it is usually:

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ASafest to ride straight within your lane to cross the tracks.✓BDangerous to ride straight within your lane to cross the tracks.✓CNot safe to cross tracks on a motorcycle.✓DSafest to cross the tracks by riding on the shoulder of the road.✓