Wisconsin Motorcycle Driving Permit Test-5 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers

Q.1.

This sign means:

A divided highway ends.
A one-way street begins.
A one-way street ends.
A divided highway begins.

Explanation

Q.2.

This sign means:

One-way traffic.
Intersection ahead.
Merging traffic from the right.

Explanation

Q.3.

This sign means:

Curves ahead.
Divided highway starts.
Divided highway ends.

Explanation

Q.4.

A person who is above the legal drinking age with a minimum prohibited alcohol concentration (PAC) of _____ is considered legally intoxicated.

0.08 percent
0.04 percent
0.1 percent
0.15 percent

Explanation

Q.5.

When passing parked vehicles, motorcycle riders should be especially cautious of:

Cars leaving their parking spaces.
Motorists looking for a place to park.
Noise.

Explanation

Q.6.

This sign means:

Slow-moving vehicle.
Road construction/maintenance area.
Traffic signal ahead.

Explanation

Q.7.

This road sign means:

Flagger ahead.
Turn left at the intersection.
Last turn before a toll road.

Explanation

Q.8.

This sign means:

Curves ahead.
Divided highway starts.
Divided highway ends.
Bumps in the road.

Explanation

Q.9.

This road sign means:

School crossing.
Pedestrian crossing.
Jogging trail.

Explanation

Q.10.

This road sign means:

Cars in right lane must slow down.
No left turn.
Merge.
Pass only in the right lane.

Explanation

Q.11.

This sign means:

No passing zone.
Slow-moving vehicle.
Two-way traffic.

Explanation

Q.12.

This sign means:

Divided highway.
Railroad warning.
No passing zone.

Explanation

Q.13.

This road sign means:

The left lane is reserved for vehicles with a specific number of occupants.
Specific turning movements are allowed from specific lanes.
Do not enter.
Drivers in both lanes are responsible for merging smoothly.

Explanation

Q.14.

This sign means you are approaching a railroad crossing that does not have a signal. You should:

Come to a complete stop.
Proceed at a consistent speed while looking and listening for approaching trains.
Slow down, look both ways, listen for any trains, and be prepared to stop if any trains are nearby.

Explanation

Q.15.

This road sign means:

Keep right.
Keep left.
Pass with caution.
No passing.

Explanation

Q.16.

When riding at night, you should do all of the following, except:

Use your high beam.
Use the headlights of vehicles ahead to help you see.
Be visible.
Ride only in the left portion of your lane.

Explanation

Q.17.

When riding during the day, you should:

Wear dark clothes since it is light outside.
Wear bright clothes so other motorists can see you better.
Be comfortable, wearing shorts if it is hot.

Explanation

Q.18.

Which formation is best for a group of riders entering a curve?

Pyramid
Staggered
Single-file
Compressed

Explanation

Q.19.

The best source of information for your motorcycle is:

The owner’s manual.
A general book about motorcycles.
Someone who has a different type of motorcycle.
A television show about motorcycle riding.

Explanation

Q.20.

You will get the most protection from a helmet if it is all of the following, except:

U.S. DOT-compliant.
Loose-fitting.
Free of defects.

Explanation

Q.21.

Where is the engine cut-off switch usually located?

Near the left handgrip
Near the right handgrip
Near the left footrest
Near the right footrest

Explanation

Q.22.

When loading cargo onto a motorcycle, you should:

Pack heavier items in front of the tank bag.
Pack lighter items near the front.
Try to not place items over the rear axle.
Place items behind the rear axle.

Explanation

Q.23.

Increase your following distance if:

The pavement is dry.
Riding conditions are normal.
The roadway is wet.
You can see through the vehicle in front of you.

Explanation

Q.24.

When riding behind a car, traveling in the center portion of the lane:

Allows you to be seen in its rearview mirror.
Usually makes it difficult for the driver to see you.
Should be avoided.

Explanation

Q.25.

When stopping, it is best to:

Grab at the front brake lever.
Keep your knees against the gas tank and keep your eyes up.
Apply increasing pressure to the rear brake.
Only use the front brake.

Explanation

Q.26.

The faster you drink alcohol:

The faster the alcohol is removed from your body.
The faster the alcohol accumulates in your body.
The less the alcohol affects your body.

Explanation

Q.27.

Before a ride, a motorcycle operator should check the throttle. The throttle should:

Stay in place when released.
Stay loose when released.
Snap back when released.

Explanation

Q.28.

You should operate the engine cut-off switch and pull in the clutch when:

The throttle is stuck and you cannot free it.
You start to lose control in a curve.
The motorcycle starts to wobble.

Explanation

Q.29.

An ideal lane position should:

Increase your ability to see and be seen.
Place you in other drivers’ blind spots.
Invite others to share your lane.

Explanation

Q.30.

If a rider in a group wants to ride faster than the others, what should the group do?

Let the rider go ahead and meet up at a designated spot later.
Speed up to accommodate the one rider.
Split up and have every rider travel as fast or as slow as they want.
Let the rider that wants to go faster lead the group.

Explanation

Q.31.

A simple way to make your motorcycle easier to see is to:

Ride with a large flag attached to its frame.
Ride with the headlight turned on.
Wave at other drivers.
Ride on the shoulder whenever possible.

Explanation

Q.32.

When riding with a group of motorcyclists, a staggered formation:

Is recommended at all times.
Should not be used when entering or exiting a highway.
Should be used when riding in curves.

Explanation

Q.33.

Smoothly downshifting on motorcycles:

Is a useless action.
Can allow the rider to engine brake.
Is illegal.
Should not be done if other vehicles are around.

Explanation

Q.34.

If you cannot avoid a slippery road, you should:

Lean into the slippery section to maintain your balance.
Maintain your speed to improve traction.
Not worry about the road conditions.
Keep your motorcycle upright and proceed as slowly as needed.

Explanation

Q.35.

When preparing to pass another vehicle on the left, which portion of the lane should you ride in?

The left portion
The center portion
The right portion
The shoulder

Explanation

Q.36.

Usually, a good way to handle a tailgater is to:

Move onto the shoulder to get out of their way.
Speed up and put distance between you and the tailgater.
Ignore them.
Change lanes and let them pass.

Explanation

Q.37.

Where is the greatest potential for conflict between motorcycle operators and other drivers?

At intersections
On highways
On rural roads
In parking lots

Explanation

Q.38.

If wearing footwear with laces, the laces:

Should be tucked in.
Should hang loose.
Should be taken off of the footwear.
Should be glued together.

Explanation

Q.39.

An advantage to keeping the size of a group of riders small is:

A small group is less easily separated in traffic than a larger group.
A small group can disregard traffic laws to stay together.
Riders will always be trying to catch up to the group.
It will be difficult to keep track of where everyone is.

Explanation

Q.40.

Riding at night:

Is discouraged.
Is made safer by wearing reflective clothing.
Is not safe because other drivers cannot see your turn signals.
Should only be done in the city.

Explanation

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