2024 Mississippi Motorcycle Permit Test 11

The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Mississippi when getting your motorcycle learners.. Read More

The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Mississippi when getting your motorcycle learners permit. Each motorcycle theory practice test question has three answer choices. Select one answer for each question and select "grade this section." You can find this button at the bottom of the drivers license quiz. For a complete list of questions and answers for Mississippi please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/mississippi/motorcycle.

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19. A helmeted rider is _______ more likely to survive a crash than a rider not wearing a helmet.

Explanation
No matter the speed, riders who are not wearing helmets are three times more likely to die from head injuries than riders who are wearing helmets at the time of a crash.

20. If your front tire locks while braking, you should:

Explanation
If your front wheel locks while braking, you should release the brake lever until the tire regains traction and re-apply the brake.

21. Your normal searching routine should include:

Explanation
Frequent head checks should be a part of your normal scanning routine. Only by knowing what is happening all around you can you be prepared to deal with your surroundings.

22. Under ideal conditions, maintain a minimum _______ following distance.

Explanation
Under normal conditions, you should maintain a following distance of at least two seconds. Increase your following distance any time conditions are less than ideal.

23. Before changing lanes, you should:

Explanation
Motorcycles have blind spots, just like any other vehicle. You should always turn your head to check for traffic in your blind spot before changing lanes. Do not rely on your mirrors alone.

24. How does the stopping distance for motorcycles compare to the stopping distance for cars?

Explanation
Under normal conditions, the stopping distances for motorcycles is nearly the same as it is for cars. However, slippery pavement makes quick stops especially difficult for motorcycle operators.

25. If you must ride over an obstacle, you should:

Explanation
If you are unable avoid an obstacle and must instead ride over it, slow down and approach the obstacle at as close to a 90-degree angle as possible. Keep your motorcycle straight up and down, if possible. Just before contact, roll off the throttle slightly to lighten the front end of the motorcycle.
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