North Dakota Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 3
20 questions written from the North Dakota Motorcycle Operator Manual, Class M, 2025-2027, with an explanation and page citation for every answer.
In normal conditions, what is the minimum following distance behind the vehicle ahead?
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In normal conditions, what is the minimum following distance behind the vehicle ahead?
- A Two seconds
- B One motorcycle length per 10 mph
- C One second
- D Three seconds
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D. Three seconds
Keep at least three seconds behind the vehicle ahead: when its rear bumper passes a fixed marker, count 'one-thousand-one' up to three. If you reach the marker first, you are too close. Motorcycles need as much distance to stop as cars.
Source: North Dakota Motorcycle Operator Manual, Class M, 2025-2027, page 20
About how much of your motorcycle's total stopping power can the front brake provide?
- A Less than 10%
- B About 25%
- C At least 70%
- D About 50%
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C. At least 70%
The front brake is more powerful and can provide at least 70% of your stopping power, because weight shifts forward onto the front tire as you slow. Use both brakes every time you slow or stop so the habit is automatic in an emergency.
Source: North Dakota Motorcycle Operator Manual, Class M, 2025-2027, page 18
In the T-CLOCS pre-ride inspection, what does the letter O stand for?
- A Owner's manual review
- B Oil and other fluids
- C Operating lights
- D Overall frame condition
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B. Oil and other fluids
T-CLOCS stands for Tires and wheels, Controls, Lights and electrics, Oil and other fluids, Chassis, and Stands. Under O you check engine oil and transmission fluid, brake fluid and coolant, and look under the motorcycle for oil or fuel leaks.
Source: North Dakota Motorcycle Operator Manual, Class M, 2025-2027, page 16
What happens in North Dakota if you refuse a chemical test for alcohol or drugs?
- A Nothing, because the test is voluntary
- B Your license is revoked for 180 days to three years
- C Your license is suspended for 30 days
- D You receive a $20 fine and four points
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B. Your license is revoked for 180 days to three years
By receiving a North Dakota license you give implied consent to a chemical test of your blood, breath, urine or saliva. Refusing leads to revocation of your license for 180 days to three years. The manual adds that a chemical test can help you: if you are not legally intoxicated, the test will show it.
Source: North Dakota Motorcycle Operator Manual, Class M, 2025-2027, page 40