North Carolina DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. When riding in a group, you can help ensure the group stays together by Riding single file. Placing beginners at the front. Riding in pairs Checking your mirrors frequently.

2. Where is the engine cut-off switch located? Near the left handgrip. Near the left foot pedal. Near the right handgrip. Near the right foot pedal.

3. Tinted eye protection Should be worn at all times. Is mandatory during the day. Should not be worn at night Is mandatory for drivers only.

4. While riding a motorcycle, you should position your feet With your toes pointed downward. Hovering just above the ground. Firmly on the foot pegs All these answers are correct.

5. Provided you have the right level of motorcycle license, you are permitted to carry a passenger if They are wearing protective clothing. Your motorcycle is designed to carry another person. The passenger has special shoes All of the above conditions are met.

6. Adjust your side mirrors so you will be able to see Behind you and part of the lane beside you. Only behind your vehicle. Only beside your vehicle Everything to the sides and rear.

7. It is important that a passenger Sit as far forward as possible. Lean as the motorcyclist leans. Keep his or her feet on the foot pegs Do all of the above.

8. In addition to downshifting when you slow or stop, you should also downshift When you need more power to accelerate. When you are descending a hill. While riding on a multilane road Whenever you pull in the clutch.

9. Use your feet to maintain balance by Skimming them above the ground. Holding them away from the motorcycle. Keeping them on the footrests Pointing your toes downward.

10. If you see a car on an entrance ramp is going to merge into your lane, you should Accelerate to pass the car. Tap your brakes to flash your headlight. Change to another lane Beep your horn.

11. Help other vehicles notice that you are slowing down by Flashing your brake light. Swerving from side to side. Beeping your horn Using signal lights.

12. How can you increase your safety while riding at night? Use your high beam. Decrease your speed. Increase your following distance. All these answers are correct.

13. Which of the following should you do if you are struck by a flying object? All listed answers. Keep your lane position and pull off when safe to fix the issue. Sound your horn to show displeasure to the vehicle that caused you getting hit Stop the bike immediately.

14. If your front tire fails while riding, you should ease off the throttle and Use both brakes and stop on the shoulder of the road. Use the front brake and move to the side of the road. Pull the kill engine switch and roll to a stop Use the rear brake and move to the side of the road.

15. The best way to protect your eyes is with A face shield. Eyeglasses. A windshield A three-quarter helmet.

16. Which of the following is the most likely place for a collision? At an intersection. On a hill. On a curve. On a one-way road.

17. When carrying items in your motorcycle saddlebags, you should Fill the left bag before the right. Make sure both bags are full. Distribute the weight evenly between both bags Fill the right bag before the left.

18. When you see a car on an entrance ramp that is about to merge into your lane, your best course of action is to Change lanes. Beep your horn. Flash your brake light Come to a complete stop.

19. Your motorcycle fits you if Both of your feet can reach the ground while you are seated. You can reach the handlegrips. You can reach the foot pegs You can do all of the above.

20. Why is it important to cross railroad tracks at an angle of at least 45 degrees? A larger angle would be unsafe. At a lesser angle, you may catch your tires. It gives you the best view of oncoming trains It allows you to cross tracks quickly.

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About Motorcycle Permit Practice Tests

To operate a motorcycle in North Carolina, you must have an endorsement on your current driver's license or a motorcycle learner's permit. Licenses are issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV). You can apply for a learner's permit at age 16. You can apply for a motorcycle endorsement if you currently have a full provisional, regular, or commercial driver's license. A motorcycle permit or endorsement allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle learner's permit, you must apply, submit the required documentation, pay the fees, and pass the vision screening, the motorcycle knowledge exam, and the traffic signs test. Minors will also need to successfully complete a motorcycle safety course. To receive a motorcycle endorsement on your license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pay the fees, and pass the vision screening, the knowledge exam, the traffic signs test, and the motorcycle rider skills test.

Tests are scheduled through the DMV. The motorcycle knowledge test contains 25 questions on traffic laws and safe driving practices. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The traffic signs test examines your ability to identify signs by shape, color, and meaning. You must score at least 80 percent to pass. The motorcycle rider skills test assesses your ability to handle normal and hazardous traffic situations. If you fail a test, you may have to wait between one and five days to retest.