New Hampshire Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 3
20 questions written from the New Hampshire Motorcycle Operator Manual, with an explanation and page citation for every answer.
What does a plastic impact-resistant face shield protect that goggles do not?
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What does a plastic impact-resistant face shield protect that goggles do not?
- A Your whole face, not just your eyes
- B Only your eyes, the same as goggles
- C Nothing extra if your motorcycle has a windshield
- D Your neck, from wind chill
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A. Your whole face, not just your eyes
A face shield can protect your whole face in a crash and also blocks wind, dust, rain, insects and pebbles. Goggles protect your eyes but not the rest of your face.
A driver waiting to pull out looks right at you. What should you assume?
- A The driver may still pull out, so be ready to react
- B The driver has seen you and will wait
- C You have the right-of-way, so keep your speed
- D Flashing your high beam guarantees the driver will stop
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A. The driver may still pull out, so be ready to react
Never count on eye contact as a sign that a driver will yield. Too often a driver looks right at a motorcyclist and still fails to see the rider. If a car can enter your path, assume it will, and be ready.
How often should you do a T-CLOCS pre-ride inspection?
- A Before every ride
- B Once a month
- C Only before long trips
- D Only after the motorcycle has been stored
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A. Before every ride
A T-CLOCS inspection (Tires and wheels, Controls, Lights and electrics, Oil and fluids, Chassis, Stands) takes only a few minutes and should be done before every ride. A minor failure that is an inconvenience in a car can cause a crash on a motorcycle.
If you need to both swerve and brake to avoid a hazard, how should you do it?
- A Brake before or after the swerve, never during it
- B Brake hard during the swerve to scrub off speed
- C Use only the rear brake while swerving
- D Swerve with the clutch pulled in and both brakes applied
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A. Brake before or after the swerve, never during it
If braking is required, separate it from swerving: brake before or after, never while swerving. A swerve uses the tires' traction to lean and turn, leaving little for braking at the same time.