Take 2026 Utah Motorcycle Permit Test 9

QUESTION 1 / 25

Making eye contact with other drivers:

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AMeans that they see you.✓BGuarantees that they will yield to you.✓CDoesn’t mean that they see you.✓DIs not worth the effort it takes.✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

Where is the front brake lever usually located?

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AOn the left handgrip✓BOn the right handgrip✓CBy the left foot peg✓DBy the right foot peg✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

Where should a load be placed?

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AAs low as possible✓BAs high as possible✓CBehind the rear axle✓DOn one side of the motorcycle✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

Which of the following will protect your eyes from the wind?

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AGoggles✓BWindshield✓CSunglasses✓DEyeglasses✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

When riding a motorcycle, you should:

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AAlways avoid the left portion of a lane.✓BAlways avoid the right portion of a lane.✓CAlways avoid the center portion of a lane.✓DUse whichever portion of the lane is safest.✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

If you are being chased by a dog, you should:

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AKick it away.✓BStop until the animal loses interest.✓CSwerve around the animal.✓DApproach the animal slowly, then speed up.✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

Of the following, which should you not do to improve your safety when riding at night?

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AIncrease your speed.✓BReduce your speed.✓CUse your high beam headlight whenever possible.✓DIncrease your following distance.✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

When being passed from behind, you should:

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ATry to move onto the shoulder.✓BUse the left portion of your lane.✓CUse the center portion of your lane.✓DUse the right portion of your lane.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

When applying the front brake, you should:

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AApply the lever by squeezing firmly and progressively.✓BGrab at the brake with only two fingers.✓CPress down on the brake lever with your foot.✓DStomp on the brake lever.✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

If your motorcycle starts to wobble, it is best to:

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ADownshift.✓BAccelerate.✓CGrip the handlebars firmly and close the throttle gradually.✓DGradually apply your brakes.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

In general, riders should:

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APick one lane position and always use it.✓BChange lane positions frequently to prevent monotony.✓CChoose a lane position that maximizes their space cushion.✓DNever use the center lane position.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

Which of the following is not a type of protective riding gear?

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AA leather jacket✓BBoots that go above the ankle✓CHearing protection✓DPants made of a soft material✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

Riding in cold weather for long periods of time could result in all of the following, except:

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AFatigue.✓BHypothermia.✓CSevere chills.✓DHot flashes.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

Motorcyclists may use High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes:

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AAt any time.✓BOnly if they are carrying a passenger.✓COnly on weekends.✓DOnly between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.✓

QUESTION 15 / 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 16 / 25

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

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AWarning✓BService✓CRegulatory✓DSpeed limit✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

When someone follows you too closely, you should:

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ASpeed up.✓BNot worry about them and just focus on the road in front of you.✓CChange lanes and let them pass.✓DRide on the shoulder and let them pass.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

The front brake:

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AProvides less than half of a motorcycle's braking power.✓BProvides about 70 percent of a motorcycle's braking power.✓CShould not be used unless the roadway is wet.✓DShould be the only brake you use.✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

A passenger should never:

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AWear a helmet.✓BLean when the operator leans.✓CWear clothing that is tight.✓DRide sidesaddle.✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

Approved helmets:

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ACan limit the view of the motorcycle operator.✓BAllow the motorcycle operator to see as far to the sides as necessary.✓CAre dangerous to wear.✓DDo not have to be worn if the motorcycle operator thinks their view would be limited.✓

QUESTION 21 / 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 22 / 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 23 / 25

If a tire goes flat while you are riding and you must stop, it is usually best to:

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ARelax on the handle grips.✓BShift your weight toward the good tire.✓CBrake on the good tire and steer to the side of the road.✓DUse both brakes and stop quickly.✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

Before riding, check all of the following, except:

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AYour tires' inflation pressure.✓BThe amount of tread on your tires.✓CThe reflective quality of your tires.✓DThe general condition of the sidewalls on your tires.✓

QUESTION 25 / 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.✓