Take 2026 Vermont Motorcycle Permit Test 14

QUESTION 1 / 25

Normally, you should maintain a following distance of:

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AOne second.✓BTwo seconds.✓CThree seconds.✓DFour seconds.✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

When crossing railroad tracks that are parallel to the road, you should:

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ACross the tracks at a 90-degree angle.✓BAvoid crossing the tracks for any reason.✓CTry to cross the tracks at a 45-degree angle.✓DSlowly inch across the tracks.✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

To swerve, you should:

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ATurn the handlebars quickly.✓BShift your weight quickly.✓CPress the handgrip in the direction of the turn.✓DPress the handgrip in the opposite direction of the turn.✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

The center portion of a lane usually contains an oily strip. This part of the lane is:

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ANever safe for motorcyclists.✓BUsually safe, unless the road is wet.✓CUsually safe, unless it is sunny outside.✓DAlways safe, no matter the weather conditions.✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

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 6 / 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 7 / 25

Swerving a motorcycle:

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ARequires a lot of traction.✓BRequires little traction.✓CIs a slow maneuver.✓DShould be done to avoid a hazard on a slippery road.✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

In which of the following situations should you increase your following distance?

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ATraffic is light.✓BTraffic is heavy.✓CYou are able to see the roadway through vehicles in front of you.✓DThere is pleasant and clear weather.✓

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

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

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AOne✓BTwo✓CThree✓DFour✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

To be effective, an eye or face shield must:

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AFasten securely.✓BPrevent air from passing through.✓CNot allow for eyeglasses to fit underneath.✓DRestrict your vision to the sides.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

Which of the following is not a good safety tip?

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ASlow to a safe speed before turning.✓BWhen turning, lean in the direction you wish to go.✓CAvoid dragging your feet on the roadway.✓DAvoid looking at other vehicles.✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

Because of their small size, motorcycles seem to be:

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ATraveling faster than they actually are.✓BTraveling more slowly than they actually are.✓CNot moving when they actually are.✓DCloser than they actually are.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

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

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ATry to make eye contact with other drivers.✓BRide with your headlight on.✓CReduce your space cushion.✓DRide in a weaving pattern.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

Of the crashes involving both a motorcycle and a car, how many are caused by the driver failing to properly yield the right-of-way to the rider?

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AAbout 10 percent✓BAbout 25 percent✓COver 50 percent✓DAbout 90 percent✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

The center portion of a lane:

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AIs always the best part of the lane for a motorcycle.✓BOften contains oil and grease, but is usually safe for riding.✓COften contains oil and grease, and is never safe for riding.✓DIs the smoothest part of the lane.✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

Most crashes happen:

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AAt speeds greater than 55 mph.✓BAfter several hours of riding.✓COn short trips.✓DOn long trips.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

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

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AWarning✓BService✓CRegulatory✓DSpeed limit✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

To prevent getting fatigued on a long ride, you should do all of the following, except:

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ADress warmly.✓BLimit the distance traveled in a day.✓CTake frequent rest breaks.✓DTake artificial stimulants.✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

If you are hit by a wind blast caused by a passing vehicle, you will have the most room for error if you are riding:

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AIn the left portion of the lane.✓BIn the center portion of the lane.✓CIn the right portion of the lane.✓DOn the shoulder.✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

When planning a long group ride, which of the following ideas should not be implemented?

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AThe lengths of travel segments should be based on the least experienced rider.✓BBreaks should be minimized so the riders can get to their destination as soon as possible.✓CInexperienced riders should be placed behind the leaders.✓DThe group should maintain a staggered riding formation.✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

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 / 25

Small vehicles can appear and seem to be traveling than they actually are.

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AFarther away, more slowly✓BFarther away, faster✓CCloser, more slowly✓DCloser, faster✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

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 25 / 25

When is a deer or moose the least likely to be observed?

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ADuring the night✓BDuring the early morning hours✓CDuring the late evening hours✓DDuring the day✓

Normally, you should maintain a following distance of:

When crossing railroad tracks that are parallel to the road, you should:

To swerve, you should:

The center portion of a lane usually contains an oily strip. This part of the lane is:

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

When being passed from behind, you should:

Swerving a motorcycle:

In which of the following situations should you increase your following distance?

A rectangular sign may be a:

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

To be effective, an eye or face shield must:

Which of the following is not a good safety tip?

Because of their small size, motorcycles seem to be:

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

Of the crashes involving both a motorcycle and a car, how many are caused by the driver failing to properly yield the right-of-way to the rider?

The center portion of a lane:

Most crashes happen:

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

To prevent getting fatigued on a long ride, you should do all of the following, except:

If you are hit by a wind blast caused by a passing vehicle, you will have the most room for error if you are riding:

When planning a long group ride, which of the following ideas should not be implemented?

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

Small vehicles can appear ______ and seem to be traveling ______ than they actually are.

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

When is a deer or moose the least likely to be observed?

Small vehicles can appear and seem to be traveling than they actually are.