Iowa Motorcycle Permit: Safety & Hazards Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is change lanes.

When you see a car on an entrance ramp that is about to merge into your lane, change lanes so the car will have plenty of room to merge.

Not quite. The answer is riding in the left lane position.

When preparing to pass the vehicle in front of you, you can increase your line of sight by riding in the left lane position. This will allow you to see oncoming traffic.

Not quite. The answer is both the front and rear brakes.

For stopping or slowing down, the most effective method is to use both the front and rear brakes.

Not quite. The answer is Intersections

Motorcycle collisions occur most frequently at intersections. Often a car driver turning left does not see a motorcycle approaching.

Not quite. The answer is Flash your brake light.

You make your brake light more noticeable to others by flashing it.

Not quite. The answer is The left portion of the lane at a safe following distance

Passing and being passed by another vehicle is not much different than with a car. However, visibility is more critical. Before starting to pass, ride in the left portion of the lane at a safe following distance to increase your line of sight and make you more visible. Signal left and check for oncoming traffic. Use your mirrors and turn your head to look for traffic behind.

Not quite. The answer is bright and reflective.

The best clothing for making yourself visible is bright and reflective.

Not quite. The answer is Cover the clutch and brake.

Reduce your reaction time by covering the clutch and brake so you can react more quickly.

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 All of the above

For safe riding, a street-legal motorcycle must have all the usual controls such as a headlight, taillight, brake light, turn signals, horn, two mirrors, and front and rear brakes.

Not quite. The answer is a) and either b) or c)

While you are stopped at a traffic light, if you believe that your motorcycle has not triggered a light sensor, you can proceed after waiting for either 120 seconds or two full light cycles, if it is safe to do so.

Not quite. The answer is not release the brake.

If the rear wheel locks, do not release it. Keep it locked until the motorcycle comes to a stop.

Not quite. The answer is Being low on oil

If an engine locks, it is likely low on oil. Always check your oil before beginning a journey. If needed, add oil as soon as possible or the engine may seize.

Not quite. The answer is being seen by the driver ahead of you.

The center lane position is best for being seen by the driver ahead of you. In that position, you will appear in the center of the driver's rear-view mirror. Drivers look in their rear-view mirrors more often than in their side mirrors.

Not quite. The answer is Apply both brakes evenly.

The best way to stop quickly is to apply both brakes evenly. For the most effective braking, always use both brakes.

Not quite. The answer is in all of the above situations.

You should check your mirrors when you are going to slow down, about to change lanes, or stopped at an intersection.

Not quite. The answer is at a smaller angle, you may catch your tires.

Cross tracks at an angle of at least 45 degrees to avoid catching your tires on the tracks. This could cause you to lose your balance or tip over.

Not quite. The answer is 72 hours.

If you are involved in an accident that results in injury, death, or more than $1,500 in property damage, you must file an accident report within 72 hours. Otherwise, your license may be suspended. However, you will not need to file if a peace officer investigates the accident and files a report.

Not quite. The answer is All of the above

In the "evaluate" step of the SEE procedure, you are considering vehicles that may move into your path, hazardous road conditions, and traffic markings and signals.

Not quite. The answer is increase your visibility to other vehicle operators.

When you approach an intersection, you should select a lane position to increase your visibility to other vehicle operators.