Mississippi DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. What is the most efficient way to know what is going on behind you? Stop and look around. Carry a passenger to check for you. Turn around and scan the area Check your side mirrors frequently.

2. Which of the following is a hazard associated with passing a row of parked cars? A driver may pull out in front of you. People can step out from between cars. A door could be opened into your path All of these answers are correct.

3. Using ____ is the best way to fasten cargo to a motorcycle. Elastic cords. Strips of cloth. The sissy bar. Strong rope.

4. When riding with a passenger, what should you expect? Your motorcycle will take longer to stop. You will be unable to carry cargo. You will get better gas mileage You will be unable to pass other vehicles.

5. The best eye and face protection is provided by Specialized goggles. A face shield. Approved sunglasses A windshield.

6. In order to avoid fatigue, you should stop riding at least every ____ hour(s). 4 Two. One. Six.

7. When should the right lane position be avoided? When being passed by another vehicle. When riding through a school zone. It should never be avoided When there is a hazard in the center of the road.

8. Why can pulling off to the side of the road be more hazardous to motorcycles than cars? The shoulder is often sandy and may provide less traction. Motorcycles require a curb to park against. It is illegal for motorcycles to park on the side of the road It is more difficult for motorcycles to stop quickly.

9. What type of clothing is best for daytime riding? Leather clothing. Colorful clothing. Any type of clothing. Fluorescent clothing.

10. Increase your safety at night by Using the lights of the car ahead of you to help you see. Increasing your following distance. Riding with your high beam Doing all of these things.

11. When approaching an intersection, the best way to reduce your reaction time is to Avoid using the highest gear. Keep the clutch pulled in when not accelerating. Avoid wearing a full-face helmet Cover the clutch and the brake.

12. If the front brake locks, what should you do? Keep it applied until you come to a complete stop. Release the brake and reapply it smoothly. Release it, and apply the rear brake only Pull the engine kill switch.

13. Why is it important to cross railroad tracks at an angle of at least 45 degrees? At a lesser angle, you may catch your tires. A larger angle would be unsafe. It gives you the best view of oncoming trains It allows you to cross tracks quickly.

14. Ride more safely at night by Increasing your speed and decreasing your following distance. Reducing your speed and decreasing your following distance. Reducing your speed and increasing your following distance Increasing your speed and increasing your following distance.

15. When should you have your headlight on? At night and in fog. At night only. At all times. Between dusk and dawn.

16. Shifting to a lower gear is known as Abs braking. Engine braking. Quick braking None of the above.

17. While passing a row of parked cars, you see that there is a driver in one of the parked vehicles. what should you do? Beep your horn to ensure the driver knows you're there. Stop until the driver has exited the vehicle. Speed up to pass the vehicle quickly Ride in the right of the lane position so you will be close to the vehicle.

18. You should downshift through the gears when you Are approaching a stop sign. Need more power to accelerate. Need to slow down Need to do any of the above.

19. Why are curves a common place for motorcycle crashes? It is difficult to steer a motorcycle. Motorcycles can't stay in one lane position while moving through a turn. Leaning in curves causes motorcycles to tip over Motorcycles tend to run wide in a curve if not careful.

20. When you are being passed from behind, what portion of the lane should your motorcycle be in? Right. Center. Any. Left.

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To operate a motorcycle in Mississippi, you must have a motorcycle endorsement on your driver's license. Licenses are issued by the Department of Public Safety (DPS). You must be at least 17 years old to apply for a motorcycle learner's permit or endorsement. A motorcycle learner's permit or endorsement allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle learner's permit, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To receive a motorcycle endorsement on your Class R driver's license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the on-motorcycle skill test, and pay the fees.

The tests are taken at your local DPS office. The motorcycle knowledge exam contains 25 questions on motorcycle safety and driving skills. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The on-motorcycle skills test assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail the test, you may have to wait a week to retake it.