Take 2026 Vermont Motorcycle Permit Test 3

QUESTION 1 / 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 2 / 25

Your motorcycle’s brake light is:

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AMore noticeable than a car’s brake lights.✓BLess noticeable than a car’s brake lights.✓CLess important than a car’s brake lights.✓DMore easily seen than a car’s brake lights.✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

When it is obvious that you are going to turn, you:

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ADo not need to use a turn signal.✓BShould still use a turn signal.✓COnly need to use a turn signal if there are nearby pedestrians.✓DOnly need to use a turn signal if you are at a stop light.✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

Low-speed crashes:

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ACan be fatal.✓BAre never serious.✓CRarely cause injuries.✓DHappen frequently, so there is no need to worry about them.✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

The shortest and safest stops are accomplished:

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ABy using only the rear brake.✓BBy using only the front brake.✓CBy allowing the front tire to lock up.✓DBy using both the front and rear brakes.✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

To receive maximum protection, wear a helmet that is certified by the:

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AU.S. Department of Transportation.✓BFederal Trade Commission.✓CFederal Transportation Network.✓DNational Association of Helmets.✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

A good way to handle tailgaters is to:

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AChange lanes and let them pass.✓BIgnore them.✓CUse your horn and make obscene gestures.✓DSpeed up to put distance between you and the tailgater.✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

When choosing a lane position, you should consider:

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AWhether or not other drivers will see you.✓BHow many cars are on the road ahead.✓CWhich portion of the lane will result in a shorter trip.✓DIf you can pass more vehicles in a certain position than in another.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

When riding with a passenger, you should:

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AAssume the passenger has traveled by motorcycle before.✓BNot assume the passenger has traveled by motorcycle before and explain the process.✓CNot let them ask questions.✓DNot bother with explaining anything since they are only a passenger and not in control of the motorcycle.✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

A motorcyclist should:

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APick a favorite portion of the lane and stay in that portion all the time.✓BContinually weave among the lane positions to keep other drivers out of their lane.✓CChoose a lane position based on road and traffic conditions.✓DNot worry about lane position.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

When riding on a slippery surface, you should:

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AIncrease your speed.✓BUse only the front brake.✓CAvoid making sudden moves.✓DTravel on the shoulder so you are not next to other traffic.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

Riding alongside a car:

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AIs encouraged.✓BCan place you in a blind spot.✓CIs not an issue unless the roadway is wet.✓DCan make driving easier for the other motorist.✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

Slippery surfaces can make it difficult to control a motorcycle. Which of the following would be considered a slippery surface?

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AWet pavement✓BA driveway✓CDry pavement✓DA parking lot✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

When changing lanes:

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AThere is no need to do a head check if you use your mirrors.✓BMirrors provide a full view of the road around your motorcycle.✓CYou should turn your head and look over your shoulder.✓DYou can assume drivers will properly respond to your turn signal.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

Maintain an adequate following distance behind other vehicles:

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ATo allow you time and space to identify and react to hazards.✓BSo you can tailgate.✓CTo allow for traffic counters to accurately count you as a vehicle.✓DTo encourage other drivers to cut you off.✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

On which of the following surfaces does a motorcycle have the best traction?

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ADry pavement✓BGravel✓CSnow✓DLeaves✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

When approaching an object or uneven surface that you cannot avoid, you should:

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AMake sure the motorcycle is leaning to one side.✓BSpeed up.✓CSwerve quickly.✓DRise slightly off the seat to allow your legs to absorb the shock.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

To lessen your chances of being involved in a crash, you should:

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ABe visible to other drivers.✓BKeep your intentions unknown from other drivers.✓CAlways stay within a foot of another vehicle.✓DRide on the shoulder.✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

You should check your tires for all of the following, except:

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AAir pressure.✓BTread.✓CGeneral wear.✓DFlexibility.✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

A face shield:

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AProvides protection for the eyes and face.✓BIs not recommended.✓CIs required.✓DDoes not protect the face as well as goggles.✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

Before every ride, it is important to check all of the following, except:

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AThe spokes.✓BThe tire tread.✓CThe lights.✓DThe seat fabric.✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

How is the accelerator controlled?

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AWith the right hand✓BWith the left hand✓CWith the right foot✓DWith the left foot✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

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

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AWarning✓BService✓CRegulatory✓DSpeed limit✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

A rectangular sign may be a:

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

QUESTION 25 / 25

Riding gloves are often:

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AMade of leather.✓BMade of wool.✓CNot pre-curved.✓DUnsafe for the rider.✓