Take 2026 West Virginia Motorcycle Permit Test 16

QUESTION 1 / 25

When it is raining, it is usually best to:

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ARide in the center of the lane.✓BPull off to the side of the road until the rain stops.✓CRide in the tire tracks left by cars.✓DIncrease your speed.✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

Usually, a minimum following distance of _____ should be maintained.

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

QUESTION 3 / 25

If a driver is following you too closely, you should:

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AFlash your brake light before you slow to warn the other driver.✓BAccelerate.✓CPull over to the side of the road.✓DSlow down.✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

Normally, you should maintain a following distance of:

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

QUESTION 5 / 25

A rectangular sign may be a:

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

QUESTION 6 / 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 7 / 25

When crossing angled railroad tracks, it is usually safest to approach the tracks:

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ABy proceeding straight within your lane.✓BAt a 45-degree angle.✓CAt a 90-degree angle.✓DAt a fast speed.✓

QUESTION 8 / 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 9 / 25

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

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AWarning✓BService✓CRegulatory✓DSpeed limit✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

In a slow, tight turn, the rider should:

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ACounterbalance the leaning motorcycle by keeping their body upright.✓BLean at the same angle as the motorcycle.✓CLean in the opposite direction of the motorcycle and the turn.✓DCounterbalance their leaning body by keeping the motorcycle upright.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

In hot weather, wearing a riding jacket:

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ACan help protect against heat exhaustion and dehydration.✓BIs discouraged because it can cause heat-related problems.✓CShould only be done if the jacket is a light color.✓DIs not important.✓

QUESTION 12 / 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 13 / 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 14 / 25

To stop quickly, you should:

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AUse only the rear brake.✓BUse only the front brake.✓CUse both brakes.✓DUse the rear brake firmly while gradually increasing the braking pressure of the front brake.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

Fatigue can be increased by:

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AStopping frequently.✓BRiding in cool weather.✓CBeing comfortable during your ride.✓DStarting a ride late in the day.✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

The front brake supplies how much of a motorcycle's potential stopping power?

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AAbout 25 percent✓BAbout 50 percent✓CAbout 70 percent✓D100 percent✓

QUESTION 17 / 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 18 / 25

When braking on a slippery surface, you should:

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AUse both the front and rear brakes.✓BUse abrupt pressure on the front brake to prevent locking the front tire.✓COnly use the rear brake.✓DUse either brake, but use only one brake.✓

QUESTION 19 / 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 20 / 25

What does this signal mean?

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ARest stop✓BHigh beams on✓CTurn right✓DHazard✓

QUESTION 21 / 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 22 / 25

When you park a motorcycle next to a curb, it should be:

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AParked at a 90-degree angle with the rear wheel touching the curb.✓BParked at a 45-degree angle with the front tire touching the curb.✓CParked like a car, with the front and rear wheels the same distance from the curb.✓DParked at the left edge of the parking space so approaching drivers can more easily see the motorcycle.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

______ is a guarantee that another driver sees you.

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AEye contact✓BUsing a turn signal✓CFollowing another vehicle✓DNothing✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

If taking a long trip, you should:

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ATry to minimize the number of rest breaks.✓BUse artificial stimulants, like caffeine, if you feel drowsy.✓CDress warmly to avoid getting too cold during the ride.✓DSchedule more than 12 hours of riding a day.✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

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

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APyramid✓BStaggered✓CSingle-file✓DCompressed✓