Alaska Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 03

In this completely free practice test for the Alaska Class M Motorcycle License, you’ll find 30 multiple choice questions designed to assess your knowledge of motorcycle driving, road rules, and traffic signs, all of which are explained in the Alaska DMV Motorcycle Operator’s Manual. If you are unable to obtain a passing score on this test, review the operator’s handbook until you feel confident that you know the material.

Alaska Motorcycle Permit Test - Quiz 03

If you have no choice but to ride across a patch of ice or wet leaves, what's your best strategy?

a. Ride across as fast as possible

b. Ride slowly and straight

c. Brake hard as you get to the surface

d. Ride across at a curving angle

Question 1 of 30

You see a large truck approaching and you are worried that you may be affected by the wind blast as it passes. Where's the best place to position yourself?

a. To the left of the lane

b. To the right of the lane

c. In the center of the lane

d. To the center-left of the lane

Question 2 of 30

When crossing a metal bridge grating, your motorcycle starts to shake. What is your best strategy?

a. Relax and maintain your speed

b. Zigzag so you stay parallel with the grating

c. Speed up to get across quickly

d. Slow down drastically

Question 3 of 30

It is permissible to squeeze past a car in your lane if..?

a. You can see clear road ahead of it

b. There is no other way to keep moving forward

c. It is a genuine emergency

d. The car is stationary

Question 4 of 30

What's a good reason for not overtaking a car ahead of you at night?

a. You can take advantage of their brighter headlights

b. You can use them to hide from traffic police

c. You can use them to protect you from the weather

d. You can use them as a shield against oncoming traffic

Question 5 of 30

The only safe way to deal with a tailgater is to...?

a. Force them to slow down

b. Remonstrate with them

c. Get them in front of you

d. Pull away from them

Question 6 of 30

If you have to ride over an obstacle, why should you stand up on the foot pegs?

a. To lighten your motorcycle

b. To absorb the shock

c. To make it easier to dismount if you lose control

d. To prevent back injury

Question 7 of 30

If you have to stop suddenly when going in a straight line, which of these is the best combination for braking?

a. Front brake firm, rear brake as hard as you can

b. Both brakes as hard as you can

c. Both brakes firm

d. Rear brake firm, front brake as hard as you can

Question 8 of 30

When approaching an intersection with right-of-way in your favor, you should...?

a. Slow down as you approach

b. Sound a long blast on your horn

c. Accelerate as you approach

d. Maintain a steady approach speed

Question 9 of 30

You see a car approaching an intersection from your right. Why should you hold center lane position?

a. Because they may assume you are frightened of them

b. Because otherwise they may assume you're going to turn

c. Because you need to be center lane to assert your right-of-way

d. Because this makes them less likely to pull out

Question 10 of 30

A car pulling out from the curb looks as though it's intending to make a U-turn. What should you do?

a. Speed up to get past before it completes its maneuver

b. Get as far left as possible to pass its front fender

c. Get as far right as possible to pass its rear fender

d. Sound your horn to alert it

Question 11 of 30

Where should you be particularly vigilant about buildups of dirt, gravel and road salt?

a. Down the center line

b. In the middle of the lane

c. In underpasses and on bridges

d. On the sides of curves

Question 12 of 30

If you are riding with a heavy load and your motorcycle starts to wobble, what can you do to rectify matters?

a. Move the weight lower and forward

b. Move the weight higher and backward

c. Move the weight lower and backward

d. Move the weight higher and forward

Question 13 of 30

At night time you should..?

a. Increase your speed to finish your trip sooner

b. Ride at the posted speed limit

c. Noticeably decrease your speed

d. Ride at the same speed as you would in daytime

Question 14 of 30

In rainy conditions, you should..?

a. Extend your following distance

b. Close up on the vehicle ahead

c. Shorten your following distance

d. Try to overtake into clear space

Question 15 of 30

Why should you be wary of oil on the surface when you park?

a. Because it could damage your tires

b. Because it could catch fire whilst you are away

c. Because it indicates a spot where accidents might happen

d. Because it could make you slip when you dismount

Question 16 of 30

Which of these may contribute to your motorcycle wobbling?

a. Tires with the wrong tread design

b. A poorly balanced front wheel

c. Loose spokes

d. Any and all of them

Question 17 of 30

If you have to make a quick turn to the right, what should you do?

a. Push right hand grip right

b. Push right hand grip left

c. Push left hand grip left

d. Push left hand grip right

Question 18 of 30

You're approaching an entrance ramp on the freeway and see another vehicle about to join. What should you do?

a. Slow down to give them space to join

b. Sound your horn to warn them not to join

c. Prepare to enter the exit lane to pass them on the right-hand side

d. Accelerate to be passed before they join

Question 19 of 30

If you have to brake in a turn, you should be particularly guarded about locking the back wheel, because...?

a. It will slide the motorcycle sideways

b. It will put too much load on the front brake

c. It can bald spot your tires

d. It reduces the effectiveness of the rear brake

Question 20 of 30

What sort of time gap should you leave between yourself and the vehicle ahead in normal conditions?

a. 4 seconds

b. 2 seconds

c. 6 seconds

d. 3 seconds

Question 21 of 30

Why shouldn't you ride between lanes of stopped cars?

a. A stopped car may make a sudden turn

b. All of these reasons

c. Someone could throw something from a window

d. A door could open

Question 22 of 30

What's the sharpest angle at which you can safely cross railroad tracks?

a. 85°

b. 65°

c. 45°

d. 80°

Question 23 of 30

When you are stopped behind another vehicle, you should...?

a. Pull round and wait on the left hand side

b. Pull round and wait on the right-hand side

c. Make sure you pull right up to their bumper

d. Make sure you leave a comfortable cushion of space

Question 24 of 30

If your throttle becomes stuck open, which two things should you do simultaneously?

a. Pull in the clutch and apply the rear brake

b. Pull in the clutch and hit the engine cutoff

c. Hit the engine cutoff and turn on your hazard signals

d. Apply the front brake and hit the engine cutoff

Question 25 of 30

If you feel the chain on your motorcycle slipping, what should you do?

a. Try only to use your lower gears

b. Have chain and sprockets replaced before you ride it again

c. Try only to use your higher gears

d. Tighten the chain as much as possible

Question 26 of 30

When crossing a slippery surface, you should...?

a. Keep braking and gear changes to a minimum

b. Constantly use your brakes and gears to control your speed

c. Stay on the brakes but avoid gear changes

d. Make frequent gear changes but stay off the brakes

Question 27 of 30

What will probably be your first indicator of a rear wheel flat?

a. The motorcycle will jerk from side to side

b. The engine will start racing

c. Your rear brake will stop working

d. Your motorcycle will start to judder

Question 28 of 30

As you approach a slippery surface, what should you do?

a. Put your feet down

b. Slow down

c. Switch to a higher gear

d. Speed up

Question 29 of 30

On what occasion is it acceptable to share a lane with another vehicle?

a. In completely stationary traffic

b. When making a fast overtake

c. When you need to move into the next lane

d. It is never acceptable

Question 30 of 30

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Alaska Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 03

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