California Motorcycle Permit Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is vehicles on the left must turn left and vehicles on the right may go straight or turn right.

These are lane direction signs. Vehicles on the left must turn left, and vehicles on the right may go straight or turn right.

Not quite. The answer is lacked one of the above skills.

Studies have shown that most riders involved in crashes underbraked the front tire and overbraked the rear, did not separate braking from swerving, or did not choose to swerve when it was appropriate to do so.

Not quite. The answer is The left part of the lane in front of the slower vehicle

Riders in a staggered formation should pass one at a time. First, the lead rider pulls out and passes when safe. After passing, the leader returns to the left portion of the lane and continues riding at “passing speed” to open room for the next rider. Some people suggest the leader should move to the right portion of the lane after passing a vehicle. This is not a good idea. It encourages the second rider to pass and return to the lane before there is a large enough space cushion in front of the passed vehicle. It is simpler and safer to wait until there is enough room ahead of the passed vehicle to allow each rider to move into the same position held before the pass.

Not quite. The answer is Yield the right-of-way or stop before turning right or left.

You may see this sign at the terminating road of some T-intersections. It means that you must yield the right of way or stop before you turn right or left onto the through road.

Not quite. The answer is Wear protective motorcycle clothing and gear.

Help protect yourself from injury during a collision by wearing protective motorcycle clothing and gear.

Not quite. The answer is 6

Under California's Negligent Operator Treatment System (NOTS), you will lose your driver's license if you earn 4 points in 12 months, 6 points in 24 months, or 8 points in 36 months. One-point violations include at-fault collisions and most ordinary traffic violations. Two-point violations are more serious such as DUI, reckless driving, leaving the scene of an accident (hit and run), and driving while your license is suspended or revoked.

Source: Points on Your Driver’s Record, Section 10. Laws and Rules of the Road, California Driver Handbook

Not quite. The answer is Only if you are carrying at least one passenger

High-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes are designed for vehicles with multiple occupants, such as carpools. This sign states that this HOV lane is an HOV 2+ lane, which requires at least two occupants in each vehicle. That is, a driver and at least one passenger.

Not quite. The answer is a school zone.

This pentagonal (five-sided) sign shows you that you are entering a school zone.

Not quite. The answer is All of the above

The Class M1/M2 permit includes the following restrictions: 1) no carrying passengers, 2) no freeway driving, and 3) no nighttime driving.

Not quite. The answer is 3 feet

When parallel parking, look for a space at least three feet longer than your vehicle. When you find a space, turn on your signal to show that you plan on parking.

Source: Parking; Section 9. Navigating the Roads; California Driver Handbook

Not quite. The answer is take frequent rest breaks.

The best way to stay alert while riding a motorcycle is to take frequent rest breaks. Riding a motorcycle is more tiring than driving a car. Take the time to get off and stretch.

Not quite. The answer is A divided highway starts ahead.

This sign warns that the road will split into a divided highway ahead. A divider or median will separate opposing lanes. Keep right.

Not quite. The answer is brake before or after swerving.

If you need to brake and swerve, you must brake before or after swerving. Never brake and swerve at the same time.

Not quite. The answer is keep your eyes level with the horizon.

Approach turns and curves with caution. Look through the turn to where you want to go. Turn just your head, not your shoulders, and keep your eyes level with the horizon.

Not quite. The answer is traffic moving in the same direction.

White lines separate lanes of traffic moving in the same direction. You are required to drive between these lane lines.

Not quite. The answer is A disabled crossing is ahead.

The sign indicates a disabled crossing ahead. Slow down and proceed with caution.

Not quite. The answer is There is a low place in the road ahead.

This sign indicates that there is a low place in the road ahead. Slow down for your comfort and to maintain control. Proceed with caution and be ready to stop if the dip is filled with water.

Not quite. The answer is 2; 3

An average 140-pound woman will become legally intoxicated after consuming 2 alcoholic drinks. An average 180-pound man will become legally intoxicated after consuming 3 alcoholic drinks. (1 alcoholic drink equals 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor, 12 ounces of 5% beer, or 5 ounces of 12% wine.)

Source: Get a DUI - Lose Your License, Alcohol and Drugs, California Driver Handbook

Not quite. The answer is All of the above are correct.

Help prevent fatigue while riding by taking frequent breaks, limiting the length of your trip, and protecting yourself from the elements by wearing proper clothing.

Not quite. The answer is Center

When being passed, stay in the center of your lane. Beware of side mirrors and stuff thrown out of windows of passing vehicles that could hit you.