Missouri Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 3
20 questions written from the Missouri Motorcycle Operator Manual (Form 2332), with an explanation and page citation for every answer.
On a multi-lane road, there are vehicles in the lanes on both sides of you. Which lane position is usually best?
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On a multi-lane road, there are vehicles in the lanes on both sides of you. Which lane position is usually best?
- A The left third of the lane (path 1)
- B The center of the lane (path 2)
- C The right third of the lane (path 3)
- D Weaving between paths to stay visible
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B. The center of the lane (path 2)
Each lane gives a motorcycle three paths of travel. When vehicles are on both sides of you, the center of the lane, path 2, usually gives the most space on each side. If hazards are only on your left, use path 2 or 3; if only on your right, use path 1 or 2.
Source: Missouri Motorcycle Operator Manual (Form 2332), page 15
During your pre-ride check of the controls, what should the throttle do when you let go of it?
- A Stay where you left it so you can rest your wrist
- B Snap back to fully closed
- C Return slowly to about half open
- D Move to idle only after you squeeze the clutch
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B. Snap back to fully closed
The C in T-CLOCS stands for controls. When you release the throttle it should snap back to fully closed, and the clutch should feel tight and operate smoothly. Checking this before every ride lets you find a problem before you are in traffic.
Source: Missouri Motorcycle Operator Manual (Form 2332), page 9
While riding, the steering suddenly feels heavy. What is the most likely cause?
- A The rear tire is going flat
- B The front tire is going flat
- C The chain has broken
- D The throttle is stuck open
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B. The front tire is going flat
If the front tire goes flat, the steering will feel heavy, and that is especially dangerous because it affects your steering. Hold the grips firmly, ease off the throttle and keep a straight course. If you must brake, gradually use the brake on the tire that is not flat.
Source: Missouri Motorcycle Operator Manual (Form 2332), page 33
Where is the gearshift lever on a typical motorcycle, and what operates it?
- A In front of the right footrest, operated by the right foot
- B In front of the left footrest, operated by the left foot
- C On the left handlebar, operated by the left hand
- D On the right handlebar, operated by the right hand
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B. In front of the left footrest, operated by the left foot
The gearshift lever sits in front of the left footrest and is worked by your left foot. Lift it to shift up and press it down to shift down. Your right foot handles the rear brake, your left hand the clutch and your right hand the throttle and front brake.
Source: Missouri Motorcycle Operator Manual (Form 2332), page 11