Take 2026 Vermont Motorcycle Permit Test 15

QUESTION 1 / 25

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

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AWarning✓BService✓CRegulatory✓DSpeed limit✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

Which factor does not play a role in a person’s blood alcohol content (BAC)?

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AThe amount of alcohol consumed✓BBody weight✓CHow quickly the alcohol was consumed✓DHow often alcohol is consumed✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

When following a car, usually the best portion of the lane to ride in is:

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AThe left portion.✓BThe center portion.✓CThe right portion.✓DThe left or right portions.✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

Do not change gears on railroad tracks because:

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AYour motorcycle may stall.✓BYou might go too fast.✓COther drivers may not be expecting you to change gears.✓DThe uneven surface may make it more difficult to switch gears.✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

To reduce your reaction time, you should:

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ARide slower than the speed limit.✓BCover the clutch and the brakes.✓CShift into neutral when slowing.✓DPull in the clutch when turning.✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

The two most common types of motorcycle helmets are:

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AQuarter and three-quarter.✓BQuarter and half.✓CHalf and full-face.✓DThree-quarter and full-face.✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

When you are stopped, you:

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AShould remain in first gear.✓BShould remain in neutral.✓CShould remain in fifth gear.✓DCan remain in any gear.✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

At a minimum, how often should a motorcycle's hydraulic fluid be checked?

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AOnce a day✓BOnce a week✓COnce a year✓DBefore every ride✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

Which of the following is not a factor in determining blood alcohol content (BAC)?

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AThe amount of alcohol consumed✓BHow fast the alcohol is consumed✓CThe drinker's body weight✓DHow often the drinker consumes alcohol✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

Motorcycle headlights are:

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AUsually more powerful than a car’s headlights.✓BUsually just as powerful as a car’s headlights.✓CUsually not as powerful as a car’s headlights.✓DUsually larger than a car’s headlights.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

A rectangular sign may be a:

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

QUESTION 12 / 25

Which of the following will help you ride safely on slippery surfaces?

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AUsing only the front brake✓BUsing both brakes✓CUsing the center lane✓DMaintaining or increasing your speed✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

Studies show that most crash-involved riders:

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AUnder-brake the front tire and over-break the rear tire.✓BOver-break the front tire and under-brake the rear tire.✓COnly use the front brake.✓DOnly use the rear brake.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

A child passenger:

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AShould be placed in front of the operator.✓BShould be placed behind the operator.✓CDoes not have to be able to reach the footrests.✓DShould hold onto the motorcycle frame.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

If operating a three-wheeled motorcycle or riding with a sidecar, do not ride too far to the right of your lane because:

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AOther drivers may not see you.✓BYou will not be able to pass other vehicles as easily.✓COther drivers may try to share your lane.✓DYou may run off the road.✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

Most motorcycles have rounded, or convex, mirrors. These mirrors:

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AAre easy to get used to right away.✓BMake cars seem closer than they actually are.✓CProvide a narrow view of the road.✓DMake cars seem farther away than they actually are.✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

If riding a three-wheel motorcycle in a group, you should travel in a:

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AStaggered formation.✓BPyramid formation.✓CSingle-file line.✓DRow of pairs.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

Most motorcycle crashes happen:

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AAt high speeds.✓BAfter riding for a long time.✓CFar from home.✓DOn short trips.✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

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 20 / 25

Which formation is best for a group of riders entering a curve?

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APyramid✓BStaggered✓CSingle-file✓DCompressed✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

If braking in a curve:

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AOnly use the front brake.✓BIt will be the same as braking on a straightaway.✓CYou will have more traction as you lean into the curve.✓DYou may have less traction as you lean into the curve.✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

When deciding on a lane position, you should:

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AAlways ride in the center portion of the lane.✓BAlways ride in the left portion of the lane.✓CAlways ride in the right portion of the lane.✓DBe flexible and base your decision off of numerous factors.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

When being passed, you should not move to the portion of the lane farthest from the passing driver because it:

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ADiscourages the passing driver from cutting into your lane too early.✓BEncourages the passing driver to cut into your lane too early.✓CEncourages the passing driver to complete the pass as quickly as possible.✓DEncourages other drivers to pass you.✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

When riding with a passenger, you should tell them to do all of the following, except:

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AGet on the motorcycle after the engine has been started.✓BSit as far forward as they can without crowding you.✓CHold firmly onto your waist, hips, or belt.✓DFeel free to talk whenever they want.✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

The center portion of a traffic lane is where:

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ADebris and oil drippings from cars often collect.✓BMotorcycle riders should always travel for safety.✓CMost accidents happen.✓DDrivers are least likely to see a motorcyclist.✓