Alaska Motorcycle Permit Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is Vehicles traveling in either direction can make left turns.

The center lane is reserved for making left turns (or U-turns, when they are permitted) and can be used by vehicles traveling in either direction. On the pavement, left-turn arrows for traffic in one direction alternate with left-turn arrows for traffic in the opposite direction. These lanes are marked on each side by solid and broken (dashed) yellow lines.

Not quite. The answer is A railroad crossing ahead

This railroad crossing signal has a bell and flashing red lights to warn that a train is coming. Stop when the bell is ringing and the lights are flashing.

Not quite. The answer is A speed zone is ahead; prepare to reduce your speed to 45 mph.

The larger sign tells you that a speed zone is ahead. The smaller sign indicates what the speed limit will be. In this case, the speed limit will decrease to 45 mph ahead. Prepare to slow down so you won't exceed that speed limit.

Not quite. The answer is Telephone service is available ahead.

This sign is a service sign. It indicates that telephone service is available ahead.

Not quite. The answer is help stabilize the motorcycle.

To help stabilize your motorcycle in a turn, roll on the throttle to maintain or slightly increase your speed.

Not quite. The answer is footrests for the passenger.

Under Alaska law, a passenger who rides your motorcycle must have his or her own footrests, handgrips, seat, and helmet. [13 AAC 02.425], [13 AAC 04.345],

Source: 13 AAC 04.350

Not quite. The answer is 6

If a licensed motorcyclist has accumulated half the points that would result in license suspension, he or she may be required to complete an approved driver improvement course or an approved alcohol information course. This requirement would be in addition to any other penalties for the pointable violations. (The motorcyclist's license will be suspended if he or she accumulates 12 points in 12 months or 18 points in 24 months.)

Source: AK Stat § 28.15.253

Not quite. The answer is ride in the center lane position.

The best way to discourage other vehicles from trying to share your lane is to ride in the center lane position. It leaves the least amount of room on either side of you.

Not quite. The answer is Swerve into the left lane

Sometimes you may not have enough room to stop, even if you use both brakes properly. An object might appear suddenly in your path or the vehicle ahead might stop abruptly. The only way to avoid a collision may be to turn quickly or swerve around it. In this situation, the best course of action would be to swerve into the left lane.

Not quite. The answer is single file.

When riding through curves, it is best to ride single file. You may need to change your lane position throughout the curve.

Not quite. The answer is on the right and left of the motorcycle.

A motorcycle has blind spots just as a car does. The blind spots are located on the left and right of the motorcycle, so always do a shoulder check before changing lanes.

Not quite. The answer is before the turn.

When you approach a turn, if you need to shift gears, you should do it before the turn if possible. This will help keep the turn smooth and stable. A sudden change in power to the rear wheel can cause a skid.

Not quite. The answer is Before the turn

You should slow down before you enter a turn. Hard braking in a turn increases the chance of a skid, particularly in bad weather.

Not quite. The answer is two years

If your license is suspended for excessive points twice in 24 months, your license will be revoked.

Source: Suspensions and Revocations, State of Alaska Driver Manual

Not quite. The answer is When you have a green light or green arrow

This sign indicates that you are not allowed to turn on a red light. If you want to turn right, you must wait for a green arrow or green light.

Not quite. The answer is increasing your following distance.

When riding at night, you can increase your safety by increasing your following distance to give yourself more time to react.

Not quite. The answer is at least 40 mph.

This sign means that under normal traffic, weather, and road conditions, you may not drive slower than 40 mph. Such minimum speeds are posted to improve traffic flow and safety. However, if driving conditions are hazardous, you may drive at a speed below the posted minimum speed.

Not quite. The answer is Do all of the above.

You can increase your visibility to other vehicle operators by flashing your brake light, wearing bright-colored clothing, and using your headlight and turn signals.

Not quite. The answer is a slow-moving vehicle.

A reflective triangular orange emblem on the rear of a vehicle identifies it as a low-speed or slow-moving vehicle, which is typically defined as a motor vehicle whose top speed is no greater than 25 mph. Slow-moving vehicles include farm vehicles and roadway maintenance vehicles. If you approach one of these vehicles, slow down and proceed with caution.

Not quite. The answer is at or below elbow height.

For the most effective steering, your hands should be positioned at or below elbow height.