PEI Motorcycle Test 03

Remember, the skills you hone through practice don’t just lead to a pass on the exam; they mold you into a competent and aware motorcyclist, ensuring pleasurable rides on PEI’s storied roads.

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PEI Motorcycle Practice Test 03

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Experienced riders know that they must constantly adjust and readjust their lane positions depending upon...

Type of roadway

Changing traffic conditions

All of these

Time of day

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If you stall in the intersection and cannot start your motorcycle, what should you do?

Place your hazard lights on

Sit there and wait for assistance

Walk the motorcycle clear of all traffic and out of the intersection

Move the motorcycle on an angle so it can be seen by other drivers

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Which statement is FALSE? When changing from one lane to another, you should...?

Always look back quickly over your shoulder to the lane into which you will be moving because mirrors do not show all areas where there are blind spots

Look again and, if it is safe, make the lane change

Check traffic ahead to look for a small gap you can change into

Give proper signals

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Is it illegal to speed up when you are being passed?

Not unless the move helps you

Yes

Only if there is too much traffic

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What should you do if the vehicle behind you is following you too closely?

Speed up

Drive with hazard lights on to ensure they see you

Increase your following distance

Wave them to pass

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Over-braking one, or both wheels is one of the most common causes what to happen?

All of these

Poor fuel economy

Being rear-ended

Skidding

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When leaving your motorcycle parked make sure the transmission is...?

In second gear

In neutral

In first gear

Between gears

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Should you share a lane with other drivers to get around a line of stopped traffic?

Only while moving slowly

Only after making eye contact with them

Yes

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Should you try to pass by squeezing past cars in your lane?

Only during light traffic

Yes

When other drivers wave you to pass

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Which of the following is not a good choice to be seen to another driver?

Remain close behind them to be seen in their mirror

Stay well back so that you will be better seen

Ride where you can be seen clearly in the other vehicle's rear-view mirror

Stay out of the other driver's blind spot

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Which statement is FALSE? The left track of an automobile is often recommended as the best place to ride because...?

You use the full lane you are entitled to, discouraging motorists from trying to share your lane

You it's rarely used and is much smoother

oncoming drivers can see you more easily

You can see oncoming vehicles more easily

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Why should you not hug the centre line or the curb?

It may tempt other drivers to drive into the lane beside you

It is more difficult to see ahead

All of these

Traction is poor

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Which statement is FALSE? Skids caused by driver errors are made even worse by the following...?

Gravel

Old pavement

Slippery surfaces

Loose sand

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Why should you never ride with your brake partially applied?

All of these

It causes unnecessary wear on your brakes

It burns out the brake light

It reduces aerodynamics

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When should you carry a passenger?

Once your license allows for it

When the motorcycle is equipped to handle a passenger

All of these

When you become experienced in the operation of a motorcycle

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If your motorcycle is upright and moving in a straight line, can you still control it even if the rear wheel locks?

Only on wet roads

Yes

Only at low speed

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How much space should you leave between you and the vehicle ahead?

Two seconds

Three seconds

Three car lengths

Two car lengths

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Why should you Avoid remaining beside other moving vehicles?

All of these

They may suddenly change lanes by moving into your lane

They act as a distraction

They reduce your aerodynamics

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To avoid collisions, you should...?

Minimize the room

Always slow down before entering an intersection, even if other traffic is required to yield to you

Be prepared to stop

Always check your rear-view mirror so you know how closely vehicles are following you

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When a slight rear wheel skid is caused by over braking, it can be corrected by doing what?

Use the other brake to control the speed

All of these

Steering in the direction of the skid

Tapping the throttle

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Is it illegal to go over the speed limit when passing another vehicle?

Yes

Only while going downhill

Only if the speed is increased significantly

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Which statement is FALSE? When carrying a passenger, how does the extra weight change the way a motorcycle handles, including...?

The way it slows down

The way it cuts through traffic

The way it turns

The way it speeds up

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Which statement is FALSE? A good following distance provides the following advantages...?

Time to react so that you don't hit anything or anyone

Some place to go should the unexpected happen

The ability to avoid panic stops which could cause you to be rear-ended

Less fuel consumed because of drafting

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What can happen when a large vehicle is coming toward you?

All of these

It can block a strong crosswind or create a pull of its own

It reduces your view of traffic tremendously

It may cause braking issues

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Which statement is FALSE? Most skids are the result of driver error such as...?

Accelerating too fast

Counter steering

Turning too sharply or at too great a speed

Braking too hard, usually the rear wheel

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When carrying a passenger, the person behind you should sit...?

Anywhere they can

As far forward as possible without crowding you

As far back in the seat as possible

As much in the centre of the seat as possible

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When the traffic in front of you is slowing down for an unknown reason, when can you pass?

You can't

When the shoulder is clear

Only when the shoulder is paved

If the oncoming lane is clear

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Most collisions involving motorcycles happen...?

At intersections

In a parking lot

At the bottom of a hill

On highways

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What should you do after passing a vehicle before changing back?

Check over your shoulder

Make sure it is mostly visible in your rear-view mirror

Signal

Allow a sufficient space cushion and move back

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Which statement is FALSE? You should not pass during the following conditions...?

Cresting a hill

On a curve or any place where your view ahead is obstructed

Within an intersection

At a railway crossing

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Questions In This Quiz

When carrying a passenger, the person behind you should sit…?
Which statement is false? When carrying a passenger, how does the extra weight change the way a motorcycle handles, including…?
When should you carry a passenger?
Is it illegal to go over the speed limit when passing another vehicle?
What should you do after passing a vehicle before changing back?
When the traffic in front of you is slowing down for an unknown reason, when can you pass?
Which statement is false? You should not pass during the following conditions…?
What can happen when a large vehicle is coming toward you?
Is it illegal to speed up when you are being passed?
Which statement is false? When changing from one lane to another, you should…?
If you stall in the intersection and cannot start your motorcycle, what should you do?
Should you try to pass by squeezing past cars in your lane?
To avoid collisions, you should…?
Most collisions involving motorcycles happen…?
Should you share a lane with other drivers to get around a line of stopped traffic?
Why should you not hug the centre line or the curb?
Which of the following is not a good choice to be seen to another driver?
Which statement is false? The left track of an automobile is often recommended as the best place to ride because…?
Experienced riders know that they must constantly adjust and readjust their lane positions depending upon…
What should you do if the vehicle behind you is following you too closely?
Which statement is false? A good following distance provides the following advantages…?
Why should you Avoid remaining beside other moving vehicles?
When leaving your motorcycle parked make sure the transmission is…?
When a slight rear wheel skid is caused by over braking, it can be corrected by doing what?
Which statement is false? Skids caused by driver errors are made even worse by the following…?
Which statement is false? Most skids are the result of driver error such as…?
If your motorcycle is upright and moving in a straight line, can you still control it even if the rear wheel locks?
Over-braking one, or both wheels is one of the most common causes what to happen?
How much space should you leave between you and the vehicle ahead?
Why should you never ride with your brake partially applied?