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Swiss Category A Theory Practice Questions - Switzerland Driving Theory Test - Category A Motorcycle Exam
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QUESTION 1 / 25
For the Swiss basic theory test used for category A motorcycles, which exam format is correct?
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30 single-choice questions in 30 minutes
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B
50 multiple-response questions in 45 minutes
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C
40 single-choice questions in 60 minutes
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D
60 hazard-perception clips in 50 minutes
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QUESTION 2 / 25
What is the maximum number of error points allowed on the Swiss B/A/A1 basic theory test?
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9 error points
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B
12 error points
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C
15 error points
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D
20 error points
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QUESTION 3 / 25
The official Swiss category A theory test is multiple-response. How is this practice bank adapted for this website?
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Each practice item asks for the single best answer
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B
Each practice item requires selecting all correct answers
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C
Each practice item is scored with official Swiss error points
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D
Each practice item is a practical riding maneuver
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QUESTION 4 / 25
What maximum point total does asa list for the B/A/A1 basic theory test?
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50 points
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B
90 points
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C
120 points
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D
150 points
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QUESTION 5 / 25
Which language set is commonly offered for the Swiss basic theory test by cantonal offices such as Zurich and Vaud?
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A
German, French, Italian and English
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B
German only
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C
English and Romansh only
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D
Any language if the candidate brings an interpreter
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QUESTION 6 / 25
After a failed basic theory test in Zurich, what retake timing does the canton describe?
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You must wait at least one day before trying again
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B
You must wait six months before trying again
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C
You may never retake the basic theory test
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D
You may retake it only after passing the practical motorcycle test
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QUESTION 7 / 25
How long is a passed Swiss theory test generally valid under the post-2021 rule cited by Vaud?
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It is valid for 30 days
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B
It is valid for 12 months only
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C
It has unlimited validity
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D
It expires when the candidate changes canton
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QUESTION 8 / 25
According to ch.ch, how are theory-test costs handled in Switzerland?
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They are federally fixed at CHF 100 in every canton
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B
They vary by canton, with ch.ch giving about CHF 30 to 40 as a typical theory-test cost
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C
They are always free for motorcycle learners
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D
They are paid only after the practical test is passed
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QUESTION 9 / 25
Which Zurich fee example is listed for the basic theory test?
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CHF 25
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B
CHF 36
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C
CHF 90
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D
CHF 134
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QUESTION 10 / 25
Before registering for the Swiss theory test, what must generally have happened according to ch.ch?
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The authorities must have acknowledged the provisional licence application
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B
The candidate must already hold an unrestricted category A licence
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C
The candidate must already have passed the practical motorcycle test
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D
The candidate must own a motorcycle registered in Switzerland
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QUESTION 11 / 25
What vehicle scope does fuehrerausweise.ch give for unrestricted Swiss category A?
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A
Motorcycles over 35 kW or with a power-to-weight ratio over 0.20 kW/kg
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B
Only mopeds limited to 30 km/h
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C
Only passenger cars up to 3.5 tonnes
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D
Only light motorcycles up to 125 cm3 and 11 kW
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QUESTION 12 / 25
Since 2021, what is the normal route to unrestricted category A for most riders who obtained A 35 kW after 1 January 2021?
Choose one answer below.
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Hold A 35 kW for two years with a clean record, then obtain a learner licence and pass the practical test
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B
Turn 25 and receive unrestricted A automatically
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C
Pass only a written test with no riding assessment
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D
Hold category B for one year and exchange it directly
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QUESTION 13 / 25
Who is still listed as eligible for direct entry to unrestricted category A under the special Swiss exceptions?
Choose one answer below.
A
Learner motorcycle mechanics, police trainees on motorcycles, and traffic experts in training
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B
Any person who has held category B for two years
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C
Any person aged 25 or older
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D
Any rider who buys a motorcycle over 35 kW
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QUESTION 14 / 25
For Swiss category A 35 kW, what minimum age is stated in the official FAQ?
Choose one answer below.
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15 years
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B
16 years
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C
18 years
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D
25 years
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QUESTION 15 / 25
What is the Swiss A1 scope for a 16-year-old rider under the current rule described by the official FAQ?
Choose one answer below.
A
Motorcycles up to 125 cm3 and 11 kW
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B
Any motorcycle over 35 kW
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C
Passenger cars up to 3.5 tonnes
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D
Heavy motorcycles only if accompanied by an instructor
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QUESTION 16 / 25
For a 15-year-old seeking A1 under the official FAQ, which sequence is listed?
Choose one answer below.
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First aid certificate, basic theory, traffic-awareness course, 12-hour basic motorcycle training, practical test
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B
Practical test first, then theory only if the examiner asks
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C
Category B theory, then unrestricted category A automatically
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D
No courses or tests are required before riding on public roads
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QUESTION 17 / 25
What does ch.ch say about riding a motorcycle with a provisional motorcycle licence?
Choose one answer below.
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Motorcycle learners may ride on their own
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B
Motorcycle learners must always carry a car passenger as supervisor
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C
Motorcycle learners may ride abroad as long as they display an L plate
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D
Motorcycle learners may use any motorcycle regardless of category
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QUESTION 18 / 25
What must be displayed when a Swiss learner is riding a motorcycle on public roads?
Choose one answer below.
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A blue plate with a white L at the rear
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B
A green plate with a white P at the front only
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C
A paper note under the seat
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D
No marking is required for motorcycles
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QUESTION 19 / 25
When may a learner motorcyclist carry a passenger under the category A learner rules described by fuehrerausweise.ch?
Choose one answer below.
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Only if the passenger holds the corresponding motorcycle category
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B
Whenever the passenger is at least 18 years old
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C
Whenever the ride stays inside the learner's home canton
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D
Never, even if the passenger has the corresponding licence
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QUESTION 20 / 25
What validity does ch.ch give for a provisional category A motorcycle licence before extension details are considered?
Choose one answer below.
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4 months
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B
12 months
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C
24 months
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D
Unlimited from the date of issue
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QUESTION 21 / 25
For the first Swiss category A or B licence, what licence status is initially issued after passing the practical test?
Choose one answer below.
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A probationary driving licence
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B
An unrestricted definitive licence with no further obligations
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C
A foreign learner licence
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D
Only a temporary paper pass valid for seven days
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QUESTION 22 / 25
Within what period must the one-day refresher course be completed after receiving a first probationary category A or B licence?
Choose one answer below.
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Within 12 months
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B
Within 10 days
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C
Only after the three-year probationary period ends
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D
Never, because motorcycles are exempt
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QUESTION 23 / 25
At a red traffic light, what must a motorcycle rider do?
Choose one answer below.
A
Stop before the stop line and wait for permission to proceed
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B
Proceed if the motorcycle can fit between vehicles
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C
Treat the light as a give-way sign
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D
Stop only if pedestrians are already on the crossing
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QUESTION 24 / 25
A police officer controlling traffic gives directions that conflict with a traffic light. What should the rider follow?
Choose one answer below.
A
The police officer's directions
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B
The traffic light only
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C
The road marking only
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D
The largest vehicle's movement
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QUESTION 25 / 25
What does a triangular red-bordered warning sign generally tell a Swiss rider?
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A
There is a hazard ahead and the rider should adapt speed and attention
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B
The rider has absolute priority over all traffic
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C
Parking is permitted for motorcycles only
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D
The road is a motorway
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