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2026 Vermont Motorcycle Permit Test
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QUESTION 1 / 25
When approaching an uneven surface, such as a bump or pothole, you should rise slightly off of your seat:
Choose one answer below.
A
So you can jump off the motorcycle if you need to.
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B
So your legs can absorb the shock.
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C
So other drivers can see you better.
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D
So you can get a better view of the uneven surface.
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QUESTION 2 / 25
A pre-ride inspection should be done:
Choose one answer below.
A
Before every ride.
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B
Once a week.
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C
Once a month.
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D
Twice a month.
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QUESTION 3 / 25
Which fabric provides the best protection for motorcycle riders?
Choose one answer below.
A
Leather
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B
Denim
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C
Wool
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D
Polyester
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QUESTION 4 / 25
If drinking alcohol, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Decide if you are still fit to ride based on how you feel after you finish drinking.
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B
Set a limit beforehand so you can still safely ride.
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C
Not ride.
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D
Not be concerned about your riding abilities if you feel fine.
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QUESTION 5 / 25
Taking a turn too fast:
Choose one answer below.
A
Is acceptable as long as you stay under the speed limit.
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B
Is safer on a motorcycle than in a car.
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C
Is acceptable as long as no vehicles are near you.
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D
Can cause you to end up in another lane or leave the road.
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QUESTION 6 / 25
What is often found in the center portion of the lane?
Choose one answer below.
A
A landing strip
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B
An oily or greasy strip
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C
Lane markings
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D
Ice
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QUESTION 7 / 25
Can clothing help prevent injuries in the event of a crash?
Choose one answer below.
A
No, clothing is not really for protection.
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B
No, clothing is more of a personal choice.
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C
Yes, but only if garments are very loose and flap in the wind.
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D
Yes, if pants and a jacket cover your arms and legs completely.
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QUESTION 8 / 25
If someone is tailgating you, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Ride faster to shake them.
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B
Alert the local police.
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C
Ride on the shoulder of the road.
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D
Allow them to pass.
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QUESTION 9 / 25
You should completely check your motorcycle:
Choose one answer below.
A
Before every ride.
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B
Once a week.
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C
Once a month.
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D
Once a year.
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QUESTION 10 / 25
When consumed together, the effects of alcohol and drugs:
Choose one answer below.
A
Can be more pronounced than when either is consumed alone.
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B
Are less dangerous than when either is consumed alone.
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C
Are usually minimal.
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D
Often balance out.
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QUESTION 11 / 25
A rectangular sign may be a:
Choose one answer below.
A
School crossing sign.
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B
Railroad crossing sign.
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C
Stop sign.
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D
Speed limit sign.
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QUESTION 12 / 25
Which of the following does not offer protection to a motorcycle rider?
Choose one answer below.
A
A leather jacket
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B
Boots that go over the ankle
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C
A baseball cap that fits snugly
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D
Gloves
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QUESTION 13 / 25
If you wait one hour to ride after having one alcoholic drink:
Choose one answer below.
A
You cannot be arrested for drinking and driving.
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B
Your riding skills will not be affected by the alcohol.
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C
Effects from the alcohol may still remain.
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D
You will be fine as long as you ride slowly.
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QUESTION 14 / 25
When adjusting your rearview mirror, be sure you can:
Choose one answer below.
A
See the lane behind you and the lane next to you.
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B
See only the lane behind you.
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C
See only the lane next to you.
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D
See most of your helmet.
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QUESTION 15 / 25
Which type of sign is yellow with black lettering or symbols?
Choose one answer below.
A
Warning
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B
Service
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C
Regulatory
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D
Speed limit
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QUESTION 16 / 25
Which of the following types of clothing can help you to be seen by other drivers?
Choose one answer below.
A
Darkly-colored clothes
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B
Clothes made from synthetic materials
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C
Reflective clothes
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D
A leather jacket
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QUESTION 17 / 25
If a friend has been drinking and wants to ride their motorcycle, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Let them.
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B
Encourage them to take less-crowded roads.
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C
Push their bike over.
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D
Encourage friends to talk them out of riding.
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QUESTION 18 / 25
When looking for a protective jacket or pair of pants, you should look for:
Choose one answer below.
A
Items made of leather.
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B
Items made of polyester.
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C
Items made of light materials.
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D
Items that are darkly-colored.
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QUESTION 19 / 25
Switching to a lower gear is also known as:
Choose one answer below.
A
Engine braking.
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B
Acceleration.
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C
Upshifting.
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D
Coasting.
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QUESTION 20 / 25
A leather jacket:
Choose one answer below.
A
Can make a rider look cool.
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B
Is usually too warm to wear when riding.
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C
Provides protection in a crash.
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D
Should not be worn when riding.
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QUESTION 21 / 25
You can increase your visibility by:
Choose one answer below.
A
Adding auxiliary lights to your motorcycle.
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B
Not using your turn signal.
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C
Wearing dark clothing.
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D
Waving at people.
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QUESTION 22 / 25
When operating a motorcycle on a slippery surface, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Ride faster than usual.
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B
Use only the front brake.
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C
Reduce your speed.
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D
Use only the rear brake.
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QUESTION 23 / 25
If a motorcycle does not have a windshield or windscreen:
Choose one answer below.
A
The vehicle is in violation of the law.
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B
The operator must wear goggles, eye glasses, or a protective face shield.
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C
It can only be operated between dusk and sunset.
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D
It cannot be operated while carrying a passenger.
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QUESTION 24 / 25
When selecting footwear, you should choose:
Choose one answer below.
A
Shoes with long heels.
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B
Shoes with long laces that cannot be tucked in.
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C
Shoes that cover your ankles.
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D
Shoes that are made from flimsy materials.
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QUESTION 25 / 25
When riding behind a car, you should ride:
Choose one answer below.
A
In any part of the lane.
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B
In the part of the lane closest to the shoulder.
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C
In the part of the lane that places your image in the car's rearview mirror.
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D
As close to the car as possible.
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