Take 2026 Rhode Island Motorcycle Permit Test 14

QUESTION 1 / 23

If your motorcycle is being chased by a dog, you should:

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AKick the dog away.✓BRide alongside the dog.✓CStop until the dog loses interest.✓DApproach the dog slowly, then speed up.✓

QUESTION 2 / 23

When riding in a group, inexperienced riders should position themselves:

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AJust behind the leader.✓BIn front of the group.✓CAt the tail end of the group.✓DBeside the leader.✓

QUESTION 3 / 23

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

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AAllow you to set up for turns.✓BAllow an escape route.✓CAllow you to avoid wind blasts from other vehicles.✓DAllow you to be in another vehicle’s blind spot.✓

QUESTION 4 / 23

When being passed from behind, you should:

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AStay in the center portion of the lane.✓BStay in the right portion of the lane.✓CMove onto the shoulder.✓DActivate your turn signal.✓

QUESTION 5 / 23

Each traffic lane gives the motorcyclist how many paths of travel?

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AOne✓BTwo✓CThree✓DFour✓

QUESTION 6 / 23

Helmeted riders are ________ more likely to survive than those not wearing helmets at the time of a crash.

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ATwo times✓BThree times✓CEight times✓DTen times✓

QUESTION 7 / 23

When braking on a slippery surface, you should:

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AUse only the rear brake.✓BUse only the front brake.✓CUse both brakes.✓DNot use any brakes, but downshift.✓

QUESTION 8 / 23

As an operator, you should prepare a passenger to ride by instructing them to do each of the following, except:

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AGet on the motorcycle after the engine has been started.✓BSit as far forward as possible.✓CMaintain a large space between themselves and you.✓DKeep their legs away from the muffler and chains.✓

QUESTION 9 / 23

To swerve correctly, you should:

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AShift your weight quickly.✓BTurn the handlebars quickly.✓CPress the handle grip in the direction you plan to swerve.✓DPress the handle grip in the direction opposite of where you plan to swerve.✓

QUESTION 10 / 23

If you are preparing to pass another operator on the left, you should:

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AGet into the right part of the lane so you can be seen in their side mirror.✓BGet into the left part of the lane to increase your line of sight.✓CStay in the center part of the lane so you can be seen in their rearview mirror.✓DWeave in your lane to draw attention to yourself.✓

QUESTION 11 / 23

A rectangular sign may be a:

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

QUESTION 12 / 23

A linked braking system:

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AConnects the front and rear brakes, applying both brakes when either brake lever is applied.✓BConnects the front brake to the gear shifter, applying the brake when the rider downshifts.✓CConnects the rear brake to a foot control.✓DConnects the rear brake to a switch on the handlebar.✓

QUESTION 13 / 23

Which of the following is true?

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AThe front and rear brakes provide equal braking power.✓BThe front brake provides more braking power than the rear brake.✓CThe rear brake provides more braking power than the front brake.✓DOnly the front brake should be used when braking.✓

QUESTION 14 / 23

About ______ of accidents involve driver inattention?

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A20 percent✓B40 percent✓C60 percent✓D80 percent✓

QUESTION 15 / 23

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

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AWarning✓BService✓CRegulatory✓DSpeed limit✓

QUESTION 16 / 23

When packing a load on a motorcycle:

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AThe heavier items should go toward the front.✓BThe heavier items should go toward the rear.✓CMounting loads behind the rear axle is recommended.✓DLighter items should be stored in front of you.✓

QUESTION 17 / 23

Which of the following is not a possible cause of a wobble on your motorcycle?

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AIncorrect tire pressure✓BImproper loading✓CUnsuitable accessories✓DUneven road✓

QUESTION 18 / 23

If a friend has been drinking alcohol and wants to drive, which of the following should you not do?

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AEncourage friends to talk them out of driving.✓BArrange for other transportation.✓CTell them to take less-crowded roads.✓DSlow their pace of drinking.✓

QUESTION 19 / 23

If taking a long trip, you should:

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ATry to minimize the number of rest breaks.✓BUse artificial stimulants, like caffeine, if you feel drowsy.✓CDress warmly to avoid getting too cold during the ride.✓DSchedule more than 12 hours of riding a day.✓

QUESTION 20 / 23

What does this hand signal mean? Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-motorcycle/handsignal1.png

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

QUESTION 21 / 23

If you are unable to avoid hitting an object in the roadway, you should:

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ASpeed up before contact.✓BSlow down before contact.✓CLean the motorcycle.✓DStay seated on the motorcycle.✓

QUESTION 22 / 23

How can you regain control if your rear tire locks up?

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ARelease the rear brake.✓BContinue using the rear brake.✓CSwerve the bike in the direction with the fewest hazards.✓DWith the brake engaged, try to accelerate.✓

QUESTION 23 / 23

Which of the following types of collisions does not require a police report?

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AA collision resulting in injury✓BA collision resulting in property damage over $1,000✓CA collision with an unattended vehicle✓DA fender bender in a parking lot✓