Vermont Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 2
20 questions written from the Vermont Motorcycle Manual (VN-008), with an explanation and page citation for every answer.
On a standard two-wheeled motorcycle on a Vermont highway, who must wear a helmet that meets federal safety standards?
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On a standard two-wheeled motorcycle on a Vermont highway, who must wear a helmet that meets federal safety standards?
- A Only riders under age 18
- B Only riders with a learner permit
- C Only the operator; passengers may choose whether to wear one
- D Every operator and passenger on a motorcycle on a highway
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D. Every operator and passenger on a motorcycle on a highway
Vermont's helmet law covers everyone: no one may operate or ride upon a motorcycle on a highway without properly wearing headgear that meets federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Passengers are covered too. The only exception is for occupants of fully enclosed autocycles.
About how much of a motorcycle's total stopping power can the front brake provide?
- A At least 70%
- B About 25%
- C About 50%
- D None unless the rear brake is applied first
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A. At least 70%
The front brake is more powerful and can provide at least 70% of your stopping power. As you brake, weight shifts forward onto the front tire, giving it more traction. Use both brakes every time you slow or stop.
What causes over half of motorcycle/car crashes?
- A Riders following too closely
- B Mechanical failures on the motorcycle
- C Drivers entering a rider's right-of-way
- D Riders running wide in curves
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C. Drivers entering a rider's right-of-way
Over one-half of motorcycle/car crashes are caused by drivers entering a rider's right-of-way. Cars turning left in front of you and cars pulling out from side streets are the biggest dangers, so intersections need your full attention.
How many times may a Vermont Motorcycle Learner Permit be renewed?
- A Only once
- B Only twice
- C Three times
- D As often as needed until you pass
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B. Only twice
A Motorcycle Learner Permit may be renewed only twice, so you get the original 120-day permit plus two renewals. If you have not taken the skills test or finished the rider training course by the end of the second renewal, you must wait 12 months before getting another permit.