Virginia Motorcycle Permit: Safety & Hazards Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is neither following nor meeting

At night, use your high-beam headlight when you are neither following nor meeting a vehicle. Use your low beam when following or meeting a vehicle.

Not quite. The answer is Either (a) or (b)

Under Virginia law, you may proceed past a "stuck" red light or red arrow signal but only if all of the following conditions are met: (1) You have come to a complete stop at the intersection for two full light cycles or for two minutes, whichever is shorter; (2) you exercise due care as required by law; (3) you treat the red light like a stop sign; (4) you determine that it is safe to proceed; and (5) you yield the right-of-way to any vehicle approaching from either direction. Note: At the time of this writing, fewer than half of US states have enacted such "dead red" laws, which allow motorcyclists to proceed past stuck red lights under certain conditions. And the conditions imposed vary among these states. When traveling out of state, always check the local traffic laws.

Source: VA Code § 46.2-833

Not quite. The answer is dirt and gravel provide little traction.

The edge of the road is dangerous for motorcycles because the dirt and gravel that build up there provide little traction.

Not quite. The answer is of dirt and gravel buildup.

The side of the road can be dangerous to motorcycles because the dirt and gravel that build up there provide little traction.

Not quite. The answer is you are approaching a railroad crossing.

This sign gives advance warning of a railroad crossing ahead. (At the approach to some crossings, there may also be pavement markings consisting of an X and the letters "RR.") Slow down and look and listen for warning signals and approaching trains. Prepare to stop if necessary. Don't try to cross if a train is approaching.

Not quite. The answer is Move into a farther lane if possible.

Drivers on an entrance ramp may not see you on the highway. Give them plenty of room. Move into a farther lane if one is open. If you cannot change lanes, adjust your speed to open up space for the merging vehicles.

Not quite. The answer is slow down before you get to it.

The best way to lessen your chances of skidding on a slippery surface is to slow down as much as possible before you get to it.

Not quite. The answer is before the stop line.

When approaching a blind intersection with a stop line, you should stop first before the stop line. After stopping, you may move forward until you can see more clearly.

Not quite. The answer is Turn the rider’s head to the left

Motorcycles have “blind spots” just like other vehicles. Before you change lanes, turn your head and check that lane for other vehicles.

Not quite. The answer is wear reflective clothing.

To increase your chances of being seen by another vehicle operator, wear reflective clothing.

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 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.

Not quite. The answer is All of the above

A driver may try to share your lane in the following situations: (1) heavy, bumper-to-bumper traffic; (2) when the driver wants to pass you; (3) when you are preparing to turn at an intersection; or (4) when you are moving into an exit lane on a highway. Ride in the center lane position to discourage drivers from sharing your lane. This lane position leaves the least amount of room on either side of you.

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

When you need to stop, apply both the front and rear brakes. This will allow you to stop quickly and safely.

Not quite. The answer is is not a guarantee that they will yield to you.

Eye contact is not a guarantee that drivers will yield to you. Often, drivers fail to notice motorcyclists even when they are looking directly at them.

Not quite. The answer is At a smaller angle, you might 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 Ride in a lane position that lets you be seen as soon as possible.

Increase your visibility at blind intersections by riding in whichever lane position lets you be seen as soon as possible. This may be different for each intersection.

Not quite. The answer is the same stopping distance as cars do.

In traffic, motorcycles typically need as much stopping distance as cars do. Make sure you leave an adequate space cushion.

Not quite. The answer is a foot pedal.

The rear brake is controlled by the right foot pedal. The front brake is controlled by the right hand lever.

Not quite. The answer is you must not exceed the speed limit.

When passing another vehicle, you must not exceed the speed limit.