Take 2026 Washington Motorcycle Permit Test 16

QUESTION 1 / 25

When braking, you should:

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AFirst apply the front brake, then the rear.✓BFirst apply the rear brake, then the front.✓CUse both brakes at the same time.✓DUse brakes in any order.✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

If you must stop quickly in a curve, you should:

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AStraighten up, square the handlebars, and stop.✓BAbruptly apply both brakes while leaning.✓CApply only the rear brake.✓DApply only the front brake.✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

If your rear wheel locks while braking, you should:

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ARelease the brake until the rear tire regains traction, then re-apply the brake.✓BRelease the brake and only engage the front brake.✓CKeep it locked until the motorcycle comes to a stop.✓DRelease the brake and coast to a stop.✓

QUESTION 4 / 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 5 / 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 6 / 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 7 / 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 8 / 25

Which portion of the lane should be avoided?

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AThe left portion of the lane✓BThe center portion of the lane✓CThe right portion of the lane✓DNo portion of the lane should always be avoided.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

Motorcycle riders:

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AShould wear hearing protection at all times to prevent hearing damage.✓BShould only wear hearing protection during long rides.✓CShould not wear hearing protection because it will muffle other noises, such as horns and sirens.✓DDo not need to use hearing protection if they are using a helmet.✓

QUESTION 10 / 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 11 / 25

When in traffic, motorcycles need:

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AMuch less distance to stop than cars.✓BLess distance to stop than cars.✓CAs much distance to stop as cars.✓DMore distance to stop than cars.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

Helmeted riders are ________ more likely to survive than those not wearing helmets at the time of a crash.

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ATwo times✓BThree times✓CEight times✓DTen times✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

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

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AWarning✓BService✓CRegulatory✓DSpeed limit✓

QUESTION 14 / 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 15 / 25

A rectangular sign may be a:

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

QUESTION 16 / 25

When may you not need to increase your following distance?

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AWhen the road is slippery✓BWhen there is a lot of traffic✓CWhen you can see through the vehicle in front of you✓DWhen it is raining✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

If your front wheel begins to skid, you should:

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AKeep the front brake engaged and ride out the skid.✓BKeep the front brake engaged and release the rear brake.✓CImmediately release and re-engage the front brake.✓DRelease the front brake and increase the pressure on the rear brake.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

On a slippery surface, you should not:

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AReduce your speed.✓BAvoid making sudden moves.✓CUse only the front brake when slowing or stopping.✓DUse both brakes when slowing or stopping.✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

If your front wheel skids as a result of braking, you should:

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AKeep the front brake engaged.✓BRelease the front brake immediately and re-apply the brake smoothly.✓CRelease the front brake and only use the rear brake.✓DRelease both brakes and coast to a stop.✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

When both braking and swerving must be done to avoid an unexpected hazard, a rider should:

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APerform one action, then the other.✓BPerform both actions at the same time and apply extra braking pressure.✓CPerform both actions at the same time, but mainly focus on swerving.✓DNot perform either action.✓

QUESTION 21 / 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 22 / 25

If you are riding when it starts to rain, it is a good idea to:

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ARide down the center of the lane.✓BIncrease your speed.✓CRide in the tire tracks left by cars.✓DPull onto the shoulder of the road.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

When riding in a group, inexperienced riders should position themselves:

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AJust behind the leader.✓BIn front of the group.✓CAt the tail end of the group.✓DBeside the leader.✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

It is most important to flash your brake light when:

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ASwitching into a neutral gear.✓BYou will be slowing suddenly.✓CThere is a stop sign ahead.✓DYour signals are not working.✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

When preparing to pass a vehicle on the left, it is important to ride on the left side of your lane because:

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AThe right side could be slippery.✓BIt will give you the best chance of spotting hazards in the next lane.✓CPeople don’t usually expect to be passed on their left.✓DIt will place you in the rearview mirror of the car in front of you.✓