Take 2026 North Carolina Motorcycle Permit Test 10

QUESTION 1 / 25

When slowing or stopping, you should use both brakes:

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AOnly if the pavement is wet.✓BInfrequently.✓COnly when riding in the city.✓DEvery time.✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

What may help if you experience slippage of your drive chain?

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ATightening the chain✓BLoosening the chain✓CUsing the throttle more✓DApplying the rear brake✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

Which of the following is not considered protective clothing for a motorcyclist?

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AA jacket✓BBoots✓CGloves✓DA stocking cap✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

A properly-fitted motorcycle:

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AAllows the rider to touch the ground with their feet while seated.✓BHas a seat even with the rider's waist.✓CHas a seat that is 10 inches above the rider's waist.✓DHas a seat that is 10 inches below the rider's waist.✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

When braking, you should:

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AAlways use both brakes.✓BOnly use the front brake.✓COnly use the rear brake on slippery surfaces, such as wet pavement.✓DOnly use the rear brake.✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

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

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AWarning✓BService✓CRegulatory✓DSpeed limit✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

Before changing lanes, you should:

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ATurn your head to check for vehicles in your blind spot.✓BRely on your mirrors to show you all of your surroundings.✓CPoint in the direction of the lane change.✓DSpeed up to get ahead of other vehicles.✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

If your front tire goes flat while you are riding:

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AThe steering will feel heavy.✓BThe steering will feel loose.✓CThere will be no change in the steering.✓DThe ride will feel too smooth.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

Shifting to a lower gear produces an effect similar to:

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AAccelerating.✓BBraking.✓CSwerving.✓DTurning.✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

Riding between two vehicles moving in the same direction:

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AIs illegal.✓BIs encouraged if traffic is heavy.✓CIs encouraged during the day to prevent traffic jams.✓DIs acceptable if the motorcyclist is comfortable with the move.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

To control your motorcycle well, you should:

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ASit with your arms propping you up rather than steering.✓BKeep your knees against the gas tank for balance.✓CAllow your feet to hang off the footrests.✓DSit so far back that you must stretch to reach the handgrips.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

Which of the following is not a good way for a rider to increase their visibility?

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AWearing proper clothing✓BUsing their headlight at all times✓CUsing their turn signals✓DWaving at other drivers✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

Where is the engine cut-off switch usually located?

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ANear the left handgrip✓BNear the right handgrip✓CNear the left footrest✓DNear the right footrest✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

A group of riders should merge onto a highway in:

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AA single-file formation.✓BA staggered formation.✓CPairs.✓DA pyramid formation.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

Drivers on an entrance ramp may not see you on the highway. What should you do to help an entering driver merge safely?

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AStay in your lane, as it is not your responsibility to be seen.✓BChange to a lane away from the entrance ramp, if possible.✓CMove to the shoulder.✓DWeave within your lane to be more obvious to the entering driver.✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

Usually, a good way to handle a tailgater is to:

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AMove onto the shoulder to get out of their way.✓BSpeed up and put distance between you and the tailgater.✓CIgnore them.✓DChange lanes and let them pass.✓

QUESTION 17 / 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 18 / 25

The front brake:

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AShould only be used when you need to stop quickly.✓BShould be used only under slippery conditions.✓CIs not as effective as the rear brake.✓DIs safe to use, if used properly.✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

Studies show that when motorcycles have their headlights turned on during the day:

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AThey are not as easy to see as other vehicles.✓BThey are more visible to other drivers than when their headlights are turned off.✓COther drivers are often confused.✓DThey are less safe than when their headlights are turned off.✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

When riding on a slippery surface, you should:

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AIncrease your speed.✓BMake sudden moves.✓CMove to the edge of the road.✓DRide in the tire tracks left by cars.✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

When riding downhill on a motorcycle with a sidecar:

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AStopping will be easier than when riding without a sidecar.✓BStopping will take longer than when riding without a sidecar.✓CYou cannot stop.✓DStopping is about as easy as it is when riding without the sidecar.✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

The best way to stop quickly is to:

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AUse the front brake only.✓BUse the front brake first.✓CThrottle down and use the front brake.✓DUse both brakes at the same time.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

To control a motorcycle properly, you should:

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ASit so you can use your arms to steer, not to hold yourself up.✓BSit far enough back on the seat that you can keep your arms straight.✓CKeep your knees away from the gas tank.✓DDrag your feet on the ground.✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

When approaching an intersection, you should:

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AAssume other drivers see you, especially if they make eye contact.✓BNever assume other drivers see you.✓CStay focused on moving through the intersection.✓DSpeed up to make others notice you.✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

Head and neck injuries can be reduced by:

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AWearing a helmet.✓BWearing a leather jacket.✓CUsing the rear brake only.✓DWearing goggles.✓