Vermont Motorcycle Permit: Safety & Hazards Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is at the stop line first, then edge forward.

When approaching a blind intersection with a stop line, you must stop at the stop line first. If it is difficult to see from there, you may edge forward until you can see clearly.

Not quite. The answer is After mounting the motorcycle

Adjust your mirrors after you have mounted your motorcycle but before you start to ride. It can be dangerous to adjust them while you are riding.

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

You can lower your chances of a collision by choosing an effective lane position, identifying multiple hazards, and wearing bright clothing so that you can be seen more easily.

Not quite. The answer is A car pulling out from the curb

When passing parked vehicles and if oncoming traffic is present, it is usually best to remain in the center portion of the lane to maximize the space around you. A bigger problem can occur if a driver pulls away from the curb without checking for traffic from behind. Even if the driver looks, he or she may fail to see you. In either event, the driver might enter your path. Slow down or change lanes to make room for someone to enter.

Not quite. The answer is bent slightly.

When you are properly seated on your motorcycle, your arms should be slightly bent. This will allow you to turn safely and accurately.

Not quite. The answer is Signal right

When passing, signal left, and when safe, move into the left lane and accelerate. On Step 3, signal right, and complete mirror and head checks before returning to your original lane and then cancel the signal. Remember, passing must be completed within posted speed limits, and only where permitted.

Not quite. The answer is When you want to be most visible to the driver of the vehicle ahead of you

To be seen by the driver of the vehicle ahead of you, you should ride in the center lane position. This will put your image in the middle of the vehicle's rear-view mirror. If you ride in the left lane position, your image may appear in the vehicle's left side mirror. However, drivers tend to check their rear-view mirror more often than their side mirrors.

Not quite. The answer is Fluorescent clothing

When riding in the daytime, wear fluorescent clothing to increase your visibility to other vehicle operators.

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

To create more space and minimize harm from hazards, you should communicate your presence with your lights or horn; adjust your speed by accelerating, slowing, or stopping; and adjust your position or direction to keep away from hazards.

Not quite. The answer is other vehicle operators will have difficulty seeing you in certain areas.

Blind intersections are dangerous because other vehicle operators will have difficulty seeing you from certain areas. Ride in a lane position that lets you be seen as soon as possible.

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 cars entering the rider's right-of-way.

Half of all motorcycle crashes are caused by cars entering the rider's right-of-way. Use caution when entering an intersection.

Not quite. The answer is Center

When another vehicle is passing you on the left, ride in the center lane position to stay away from the hazard. Riding in the right lane position could encourage the driver of that vehicle to move back into your lane too soon. Also, in the right lane position, you would have less room for error on your right side if you were hit by a blast of wind from the passing vehicle that affected your control.

Not quite. The answer is 4

If you are convicted of failing to yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian in a crosswalk, four points will be added to your driving record.

Source: The Vermont Point System; Chapter 8 – Point System; Vermont Driver's Manual

Not quite. The answer is flash your brake light.

If you are about to slow down where others may not expect it, tap your brake, which will flash your brake light to warn them.

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 the lane next to you and the far lane.

Before changing lanes, you should check not only the lane next to you but the far lane as well. Someone from the far lane may be planning to merge into the same lane that you are.

Not quite. The answer is locking the front wheel.

A front-wheel skid can result from locking the front wheel.

Not quite. The answer is The clutch

The left hand lever controls the clutch. The right hand lever controls the front brake.

Not quite. The answer is All of the above

When you are being passed by another vehicle, watch for extended side mirrors, objects being thrown from windows, and blasts of wind (especially from a larger vehicle).