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  1. Passengers should:
    A. Hold onto the seat strap
    B. Hold onto the side of the seat
    C. Hold onto the operator’s waist
    D. Not ride without a backrest
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C - Passengers should hold firmly onto your waist, hips, or belt, and stay directly behind you while leaning and looking in the direction of the turn.

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  1. Typically, the engine cut-off switch is located:
    A. Near the clutch
    B. On the left handlebar
    C. Near the right hand grip
    D. On the top of the gas tank
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C -
Usually, the engine cut-off switch is located on the right hand grip, next to the electric start button (if your motorcycle has an electric starter).

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  1. When handling a slippery surface, it is best to:
    A. Use the rear brake lightly while crossing
    B. Slow down before reaching it
    C. Gradually accelerate
    D. Downshift when you reach it
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B - Avoid skidding by slowing down before you reach a slippery surface. You need more distance to stop your motorcycle. It is especially important to reduce speed before entering wet curves.

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  1. When you try to stop quickly, your rear wheel locks. You should:
    A. Maintain position and release the rear brake
    B. Lean the motorcycle and release the rear brake
    C. Release front brake and keep rear brake locked
    D. Keep the rear wheel locked until stopped
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D - If you accidentally lock your rear brake on a good traction surface, keep it locked until you have completely stopped. Even with a locked rear wheel, you can control the motorcycle if it is upright and traveling straight.

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  1. Are there any requirements for wearing a helmet?
    A. Passengers only are required to wear helmets
    B. All motorcycle riders and passengers are required to wear helmets at all times
    C. All motorcycle riders and passengers are required to wear helmets at all times
A

B - VC requires all riders and passengers to wear a U.S. Department of Transportation-compliant helmet when riding a motorcycle, motor-driven cycle, or motorized bicycle.

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  1. In a picture, it is usually best to:
    A. Speed up to get by quickly B. Ride in position 3
    C. Ride in position 1
    D. Ride in position 2 or 3
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D - When vehicles and other potential problems are on your left, ride in path 2 or 3. As a result, you will have a larger space cushion and will be able to swerve in case the vehicle traveling in the opposite direction suddenly moves towards you.

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  1. At least every how many hours should you stop and get off the motorcycle to avoid fatigue?
    A. 1 B. 2 C. 3 D. 4
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B - At least every two hours, you should stop and get off your motorcycle. Doing so will allow you to rest and improve your control.

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  1. In the event that you don’t control your drinking:
    A. Ride slower
    B. Allow at least an hour for each drink before riding
    C. Exercise or dance to wear drinks off D. Drink hot coffee to be alert
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B - In general, the body can eliminate alcohol at a rate of almost one drink per hour, however, various other factors may also influence the amount of alcohol retained.

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  1. When riding, you should:
    A. Turn your head and shoulders to look through turns
    B. Keep your arms straight
    C. Keep your knees away from the gas tank
    D. Turn just your head and eyes to look where you are going
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D - You can see where you want to go through the turn. Turn only your head, not your shoulders, and keep your eyes level with the horizon.

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  1. A staggered formation is recommended when riding with a group of motorcycles:
    A. Is recommended at all times
    B. Should not be used when entering or exiting a highway
    C. Should be used when riding on curves
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B - Ride in a single-file formation when riding curves, turning, or entering or leaving the highway. Passing will also require that the staggered formation be broken and riders pass one at a time.

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  1. If you are riding in the center lane:
    A. Keeps others from seeing you
    B. Is safest place when approaching intersections
    C. Keeps other from sharing your lane
    D. Should be avoided if possible
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C - Discourage others from sharing lanes. When drivers might be tempted to squeeze past you, take the center portion of the road.

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  1. The car in the picture is waiting to enter the intersection. You should:
    A. Make eye contact with the driver
    B. Reduce speed and be ready to react
    C. Maintain speed and position
    D. Maintain speed and move right
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B - As you approach an intersection, reduce your speed and be prepared to take further action to avoid colliding with the vehicle if it moves into your path

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  1. The best way to locate bumps in the road when riding at night is to:
    A. Look over the car ahead
    B. Put your headlights on high beam
    C. Read the road signs
    D. Watch the taillights of the car ahead
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D - A vehicle traveling in front of you at night can provide you with additional information about the road. Even your high beam can’t give you a better view of the road than the headlights of the car ahead. If your taillights bounce up and down, you can be alerted to bumps or rough pavement.

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  1. When making high-speed turns, you should:
    A. Lean more than you would at low speed
    B. Lean less than you would at low speed
    C. Lean the same amount you would at low speed
    D. Get closer to the vehicle in front of you
A

A - The motorcycle must lean more when it is traveling at higher speeds and/or making tighter turns.

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  1. Three steps are required to make appropriate judgments, and apply them correctly in different traffic situations:
    A. SEE B. SAW
    C. SEA D. WOW
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A - No explanation

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116.
It is important to look for escape routes on the road:
A. Through alleyways
B. At intersections
C. When riding a borrowed motorcycle
D. On curves

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B - You can avoid potential hazards by searching aggressively ahead, to the sides, and behind. Look for possible escape routes near intersections, shopping areas, schools, and construction zones.

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Slowing down for a normal stop:
A. Use only the rear brake
B. Use less throttle and the front brake only
C. Shift down through the gears as you slow
D. Pull in the clutch and coast

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C - It is important that you use both brakes every time you slow down or stop to develop a habit of using the brakes correctly. As you slow down, you should shift to a lower gear and keep the engine engaged with the rear wheels for better traction.

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To stop quickly, you should:
A. Use the front brake only
B. Use the rear brake first
C. Throttle down and use the front brake
D. Use both brakes at the same time

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D - Straight-line braking is achieved by fully applying both front and rear brakes without locking either wheel.

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Reflective, brightly colored helmets and clothing:
A. Should only be worn while riding at night
B. Can make motorcycle riders easier to see
C. Do not increase a motorcycle rider’s safety
D. Can distract other drivers and reduce your safety

A

B - Wear bright colored clothing to increase your visibility. Remember, your body makes up half of the visible surface area of the rider/motorcycle unit. If you want to be seen day or night, wear orange, red, yellow, or green jackets or vests.

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How can a motorcycle rider avoid hazards?
A. To see it coming by looking well ahead
B. By avoiding high density traffic areas
C. By increasing the following distance between your motorcycle and the vehicle in front of you
D. By not wearing a helmet

A

A - No explanation

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  1. When your motorcycle starts to wobble:
    A. Accelerate out of the wobble
    B. Use the brakes gradually
    C. Grip the handlebars firmly and close the throttle gradually
    D. Downshift
A

C - Accelerating out of a wobble will only make the motorcycle more unstable. Rather, grip the handlebars firmly, but do not force the bike to wobble. Slowly roll off the throttle.

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  1. You can help others see your motorcycle by:
    A. Ride in the left portion of the lane
    B. Wear a white helmet
    C. Stay in the center portion of the lane
    D. Ride with your headlight turned on
A

D - The law requires that all motorcycles manufactured after 1973 use headlights at all times. The headlight is the best way for others to see you. Researchers have shown that a motorcycle with its light on is twice as likely to be noticed during the day.

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  1. If you must carry a heavy load, you should:
    A. In your hands at all times
    B. In the passenger’s hands at all times
    C. Either over, or in front of the rear axle
    D. Piled up against a sissy bar or frame on the back of the seat
A

C -

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  1. When preparing to pass, it is usually best to:
    A. Signal – check your left mirror – look left
    B. Signal - move into left lane – accelerate
    C. Signal – check your left mirror
    D. Signal – check your left mirror – speed up
A

A - You should ride in the left portion of the lane when preparing to pass to increase your line of sight and make yourself more visible. Signal and watch for oncoming traffic. Look in your mirrors and turn your head to check for traffic behind you.

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  1. Riders are arranged in a staggered formation in the picture. A and C should be separated by at least:
    A. Four seconds
    B. One second
    C. One car length
    D. Two seconds
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D - Groups that are close to each other take up less space on the highway, are easier to see, and are less likely to be separated. Stay two seconds behind the rider directly in front of you in a staggered formation.

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  1. To adjust for traffic and avoid debris in the curve pictured, ride as follows:
    A. In position 3
    B. In position 2
    C. Without leaning
    D. In position 1
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B - A better alternative is to move to the center of your lane before entering a curve - and stay there until you exit it. In this way, you can see approaching traffic as soon as possible. You can also adjust for traffic “crowding” the center line, or debris blocking your lane.

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  1. Your helmet should:
    A. Fit tightly at the base, loosely at the top
    B. Fit loosely all the way around
    C. Fit snugly all the way around
    D. Be worn only on long rides
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C - In order for the helmet to be effective, it needs to fit snugly all around. You shouldn’t move your head and bang against the inside of the helmet.

28
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  1. How many lanes can cars and motorcycles share?
    A. 0 B. 1 C. 2 D. 3
A

A - In the same lane as stopped or moving vehicles, you may be vulnerable. A vehicle could suddenly change lanes or turn abruptly, a door could open, or a hand could appear out of a window.

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  1. To be seen at night, wear the following gear:
    A. Fluorescent clothing B. A white helmet
    C. Reflective clothing
    D. A red jacket
A

C - Reflective clothing increases your chances of being
seen by other drivers at night.

30
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  1. You should avoid confusing other drivers by:
    A. Increase the following distance between your motorcycle and the vehicle in front of you if you are being tailgated
    B. Make sure your turn signal turns off after you finish a turn
    C. Use your horn only in emergency situations
    D. Use your horn constantly
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B - No explanation

31
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  1. After drinking 4 typical drinks, what is the least amount of alcohol left in your body after two hours?
    A. 2 drinks
    B. 3 drinks
    C. 1 drink
    D. 4 drinks
A

A - In general, the body can eliminate alcohol at the rate of almost one drink per hour, but a variety of other factors may also influence the amount of alcohol retained. Other factors, such as your weight, hydration level, and alcohol tolerance, are not taken into account by the formula.

32
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  1. If you are a passenger, you should:
    A. Lean as you lean
    B. Hold on to the motorcycle seat
    C. Sit as far back as possible
A

A - No explanation

33
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  1. Stopping on wet pavement:
    A. Apply the front brake only if the wheel begins to slide
    B. Coast to a stop
    C. Apply the rear brake only
    D. Apply the front and rear brakes together
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D - On wet pavement, use both brakes. The front brake is still effective even on slippery surfaces. Using gentle pressure on the rear brake, slowly squeeze the brake level to avoid locking the front wheel.

34
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  1. About half of all motorcycle fatalities are caused by:
    A. Road conditions
    B. The rider’s helmet
    C. Alcohol impairment
    D. Mechanical failure
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C - Motorcycle accidents are often caused by drivers under the influence of alcohol. In 90% of motorcycle crashes involving substance abuse, injuries occur.

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  1. If a motorcycle is stopped at an intersection, a passenger should:
    A. Keep both feet on the foot pegs
    B. Place one foot on the ground
    C. Place both feet on the ground
    D. Move back on the seat
A

A - While the motorcycle is stationary, the passenger must keep both feet on the footrests. In this way, the rider will be able to keep the bike balanced and straight.

36
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  1. A motorcycle rider should always:
    A. Lean the motorcycle in the direction of the curve or turn
    B. Slow down in the turn
    C. Turn using the handle bars only
    D. Lean with the motorcycle
A

A - A motorcycle must always lean in the direction of the turn in order to execute a turn safely. In a normal turn, lean with the motorcycle. For slow turns, keep your body straight.

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  1. When you see or hear a train approaching, you should:
    A. Speed up to beat the train B. Ignore the flashing lights C. Ignore the gate
    D. Stop until the gate raises and the light stops flashing
A

D - No explanation

38
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  1. Maintaining a cushion of space around your motorcycle:
    A. Is only necessary for beginning motorcyclists
    B. Allows you time and space to react
    C. Allows you to weave through traffic when you need to
    D. Make you more vulnerable
A

B - Provide a space cushion around the motorcycle so that you can take evasive action. You will have more time to react to a hazard if this space cushion is larger.

39
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  1. When turning, slow down as follows:
    A. Apply the rear brake and lean farther into the turn
    B. Never apply the brakes
    C. Use caution, apply both brakes
    D. Apply the rear brake only
A

C - Although it should be done carefully, using both brakes in a turn is possible if you know the technique. As the motorcycle leans, some of the traction is used for cornering. When stopping, there is less traction available. Too much braking can cause a skid.

40
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  1. On a red light, you may turn right:
    A. When it is safe to do so
    B. Without having to stop first
    C. Without having to worry about cross traffic or pedestrians
    D. Only after coming to a complete stop
A

D - No explanation

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  1. The clutch consists of:
    A. Near the headlight
    B. Near the left handgrip
    C. Near the rear brake pedal
    D. Near the right handgrip
A

B - No explanation

42
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  1. In more than half of all registered crashes:
    A. Occur at speeds greater than 35 mph
    B. Happen at night
    C. Are caused by worn tires
    D. Involve riders who have ridden their motorcycles less than 6 months
A

D - Before you take the motorcycle out on the road, you should be completely familiar with it. Motorcycle riders with less than six months of experience cause more than half of all collisions.

43
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  1. The light in the picture most likely makes your motorcycle more noticeable to a car driver is:
    A. Brake light
    B. Headlight
    C. Taillight
    D. Turn signal
A

D - Drivers approaching from behind are more likely to see your blinking signal and give you room when you enter a freeway.

44
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  1. When you have a green light but traffic is blocking the intersection, you should:
    A. Stay out of the intersection until traffic clears
    B. Enter the intersection and wait until traffic clears
    C. Honk your horn and drive through
    D. Merge into another lane and try to go around the traffic
A

A - No explanation

45
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  1. What is the right-of-way?
    A. Any animal that someone is leading, riding, or driving
    B. A school bus
    C. You
    D. None of these answers are correct
A

A - No explanation

46
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  1. Inexperienced riders should position themselves as follows when riding in a group:
    A. Just behind the leader
    B. In front of the group
    C. At the tail end of the group
    D. Beside the leader
A

A - If you are riding as a group, put the less experienced riders behind the leader so the more experienced riders can watch them.

47
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  1. When approaching an intersection, you should:
    A. Reduce your speed
    B. Increase your speed
    C. Weave in and out to get better lane position
    D. Assume all other drivers will see you
A

A - No explanation

48
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  1. The best lane position for a motorcycle is:
    A. Is in the left part of the lane, next to the center line
    B. Is in the right part of the lane, next to the curb
    C. Can vary depending on road and/or traffic conditions
A

C - There is no ideal lane position for motorcycle riders to be seen and maintain a space cushion around their bike. Adjust your lane position as traffic conditions change.

49
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  1. After drinking one drink, wait one hour for the alcohol to leave your body before riding:
    A. You cannot be arrested for drinking and riding
    B. Your riding skills will not be affected
    C. Side effects from the drinking may still remain
    D. You will be okay as long as you ride slowly
A

C - Alcohol can be eliminated from your bloodstream
at different rates depending on a variety of factor

50
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  1. Diamond-marked lanes are reserved for:
    A. High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) sign indicating special use lane
    B. High speed vehicles
    C. Military vehicles
    D. Older vehicles
A

A - No explanation

51
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How does Search, Setup, Smooth apply?

A
  • Search as usual. Keep the eyes moving and be mindful of factors.
  • Setup to the outside and slow speed due to hindered view.
  • Smooth as usual with readiness to brake and/or swerve.
52
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What key factors could interact to form a collision trap or provide an escape path?
Key Factors:

A
  • Exit lane.
  • Grooved pavement.
  • Possible decreasing radius curve.
  • Some shoulder escape area but loose surface.
53
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What is SEE

A

Refers to Search-Evaluate-Execute, a riding strategy.

54
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What is Trap

A

To not have a space cushion or escape path.

55
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  1. Excessive weight in the wrong place, a mechanical problem, or uneven tire pressure can all cause motorcycle wobble or weave.
    A. True
    B. False
A

A. True

56
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  1. If a dog runs towards you while riding, you should:
    A. Kick at the dog
    B. Adjust speed to upset the dog’s timing
    C. Honk the horn
    D. Stop and wait for the dog’s owner
A

B. Adjust speed to upset the dog’s timing

57
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  1. When carrying extra weight, the space formed between the top of your head and the two axles of the motorcycle is referred to as the:
    A. Friction zone
    B. Load limit
    C. Total stopping distance
    D. Load Triangle
A

D. Load Triangle

58
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  1. Carrying a passenger:
    A. Makes starting out from a stop easier
    B. Affects motorcycle handling
    C. Makes a motorcycle more stable
    D. Does not affect handling on most modern motorcycles
A

B. Affects motorcycle handling

59
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  1. A crowned road:
    A. Is a road that has rain grooves
    B. Is higher in the middle than on the sides
    C. Has worn tire paths from heavy traffic
    D. Includes a grated bridge deck
A

B. Is higher in the middle than on the sides

60
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  1. When riding over crack sealant or tar strips:
    A. Avoid too much lean
    B. Use the brakes more abruptly to stop
    C. Use a wrist up position
    D. Upshift to a higher gear
A

A. Avoid too much lean

61
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  1. Hydroplaning occurs when:
    A. Riding in the No-Zone
    B. Following too closely
    C. Riding in gusty winds
    D. Water builds up under the tires
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D. Water builds up under the tires

62
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  1. A rain-slick surface:
    A. Is most slippery at the beginning of a rain
    B. Is not as hazardous as a dry surface
    C. Decreases braking distance
    D. Is most slippery after 30 minutes of continuous rain
A

A. Is most slippery at the beginning of a rain

63
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  1. SEE stands for:
    A. Search-Evaluate-Execute
    B. Search-Execute-Escape
    C. Sight-Evaluate-Escape
    D. Stop-Experiment-Educate
A

A. Search-Evaluate-Execute

Florida Motorcycle Test (2 decks)

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