Tennessee Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 1
20 questions written from the Tennessee Motorcycle Operator Manual, with an explanation and page citation for every answer.
What is the minimum age for a Tennessee motorcycle learner permit?
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Sample questions
What is the minimum age for a Tennessee motorcycle learner permit?
- A 15
- B 16
- C 14
- D 18
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A. 15
Tennessee offers a special motorcycle learner permit to minors who are 15 years old, once they meet the requirements set for a motorcycle license. The permit carries strict limits, such as no passengers and daylight riding only, until the rider turns 16.
You cannot avoid riding over a small obstacle in the road. How should you approach it?
- A At a shallow angle, almost parallel to it
- B As close to a 90-degree angle as possible
- C With a quick swerve as you reach it
- D At about a 45-degree angle
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B. As close to a 90-degree angle as possible
If you must go over an obstacle, approach it as close to 90 degrees as possible, slow down, keep the motorcycle straight, rise slightly off the seat and roll on a little throttle just before contact. Afterward, pull off and check your tires and rims.
When must a motorcycle's headlight be on in Tennessee?
- A At all times while it is being ridden
- B Only when riding on highways and interstates
- C Only from sunset to sunrise
- D Only in rain, fog or darkness
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A. At all times while it is being ridden
Tennessee law requires a motorcycle's headlight to be on at all times while it is operated. Studies show that during the day a motorcycle with its light on is twice as likely to be noticed.
A tire goes flat while you are riding and you need to brake. Which brake should you use?
- A The brake on the flat tire, to slow that wheel
- B Neither brake; you must coast to a stop
- C Both brakes hard, to stop as fast as possible
- D The brake on the good tire, if you are sure which tire is flat
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D. The brake on the good tire, if you are sure which tire is flat
If a tire goes flat, hold the handgrips 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, then edge to the side of the road, squeeze the clutch and stop.