2025 Alaska Motorcycle Permit Test 16
The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Alaska when getting your motorcycle learners permit. Each motorcycle theory practice test question has three answer choices. Select one answer for each question and select "grade this section." You can find this button at the bottom of the drivers license quiz. For a complete list of questions and answers for Alaska please visit https://staging.dmvwrittentest.cheat-sheets.com/en/alaska/motorcycle.
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7. The proper footwear for riding a motorcycle:
Explanation
When riding, you should wear sturdy footwear that is high enough to cover and support your ankles. Short-heeled footwear is best because taller heels may catch on rough surfaces. Laces should be tucked in so that they can't be caught on anything.
8. When exiting a highway while riding in a group, which riding formation should be used?
Explanation
While a staggered formation is usually best for group riding, a group should switch into a single-file formation when taking curves, turning, or entering or exiting a highway.
9. When being passed, you should not move to the portion of the lane farthest from the passing driver because it:
Explanation
Moving into the portion of your lane farthest from a passing vehicle is potentially dangerous because it could encourage the driver to return to your lane before it is safe to do so. It is safest to stay in the center of a lane when being passed.
10. When riding in a group, the best riding formation is generally:
Explanation
A staggered formation is generally best when riding in a group. You should move into a single-file line when turning, riding in a curve, or entering or exiting a highway.
11. Under normal conditions, you should maintain a _______ following distance.
Explanation
Under normal conditions, you should maintain a minimum following distance of four seconds. Increase your following distance any time conditions are less than perfect.
12. What is the best lane position for a motorcycle?
Explanation
No single lane position is always best and no single lane position should always be avoided. Adjust your lane position as road and traffic conditions change, choosing a position that will maximize your space cushion and allow other drivers to see you more easily.
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