Virginia Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 2026: Teste prático 5

1. Pergunta 1 de 25

   What path through a curve does the diagram show?

   • AInside, then outside, then inside
   • BClose to the road edge the whole way
   • COutside, then inside, then outside
   • DThe center of the lane the whole way
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   Resposta: C. Outside, then inside, then outside

   With no traffic, enter at the outside, move toward the inside at the middle of the curve, and exit at the outside.

2. Pergunta 2 de 25

   In the diagram, which lane position is the left third of the lane, next to the center line?

   • APosition 2
   • BPosition 1
   • CPosition 3
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   Resposta: B. Position 1

   Lane position 1 is the left third of the lane.

3. Pergunta 3 de 25

   Which drinks hold about the same amount of alcohol?

   • AA 12-ounce beer, a 5-ounce glass of wine, and a mixed drink with one shot of liquor
   • BA beer holds much less than a shot of liquor
   • CA beer holds twice as much as a glass of wine
   • DA glass of wine holds no alcohol
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   Resposta: A. A 12-ounce beer, a 5-ounce glass of wine, and a mixed drink with one shot of liquor

   A can of beer, a glass of wine and one shot of liquor each hold about the same amount of alcohol.

4. Pergunta 4 de 25

   In the staggered formation shown, where does the leader (rider 1) ride?

   • AIn the right part of the lane
   • BExactly in the center
   • COn the shoulder
   • DIn the left part of the lane
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   Resposta: D. In the left part of the lane

   The leader rides in the left part of the lane. The second rider stays in the right part.

5. Pergunta 5 de 25

   Where should a passenger sit?

   • AOn the gas tank
   • BAs far back as possible
   • CAs far forward as possible without crowding the rider
   • DSideways on the seat
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   Resposta: C. As far forward as possible without crowding the rider

   Sitting close to the rider keeps the weight forward and helps balance.

6. Pergunta 6 de 25

   A riding group has more than four or five riders. What should it do?

   • ARide closer together
   • BSplit into two or more smaller groups
   • CUse the shoulder
   • DRide two abreast
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   Resposta: B. Split into two or more smaller groups

   Small groups are easier for drivers to pass and are less likely to be split by traffic lights.

7. Pergunta 7 de 25

   About how fast does the body get rid of alcohol?

   • AAbout one drink per hour
   • BAbout three drinks per hour
   • CAs fast as you drink coffee
   • DAbout one drink per day
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   Resposta: A. About one drink per hour

   The body removes alcohol at about one drink per hour. Nothing speeds this up.

8. Pergunta 8 de 25

   Who should carry passengers or large loads?

   • AOnly experienced riders
   • BAnyone with a permit
   • CNew riders who want practice
   • DAnyone, after one ride
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   Resposta: A. Only experienced riders

   Extra weight changes how the motorcycle handles, balances, speeds up and slows down.

9. Pergunta 9 de 25

   Besides a knowledge test, what test do most riders pass to earn a motorcycle license?

   • AA written essay
   • BA yearly medical exam
   • CAn on-cycle skills test
   • DA parking test in a car
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   Resposta: C. An on-cycle skills test

   Most states require a knowledge test and an on-cycle skills test. An approved rider course can often replace the skills test.

10. Pergunta 10 de 25

    Which brake gives most of your stopping power?

    • ABoth give exactly the same
    • BThe engine
    • CThe rear brake
    • DThe front brake
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    Resposta: D. The front brake

    The front brake provides about 70 percent or more of your stopping power.

11. Pergunta 11 de 25

    A dog starts to chase your motorcycle. What should you do?

    • AStop and wait for it to leave
    • BSlow down as you approach, then speed up and leave it behind
    • CSwerve toward it
    • DKick at the dog
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    Resposta: B. Slow down as you approach, then speed up and leave it behind

    Downshift and approach slowly. As you reach the dog, accelerate away. Never kick at it.

12. Pergunta 12 de 25

    How should you park a motorcycle at a curb?

    • AParallel to the curb
    • BOn the sidewalk
    • CAt a 90-degree angle, with the rear wheel touching the curb
    • DIn the middle of the lane
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    Resposta: C. At a 90-degree angle, with the rear wheel touching the curb

    Parking at an angle with the rear wheel at the curb takes little space and lets you ride out forward.

13. Pergunta 13 de 25

    How should you ride across a metal bridge grating?

    • AZigzag to keep traction
    • BBrake hard on the grating
    • CStop and walk the motorcycle across
    • DRelax, keep a steady speed and ride straight across
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    Resposta: D. Relax, keep a steady speed and ride straight across

    The grating may make the motorcycle feel unsteady, but riding straight at a steady speed is safe.

14. Pergunta 14 de 25

    On a wet road, which part of the lane is usually best?

    • AThe shoulder
    • BOver the painted lines
    • CThe tire tracks left by cars
    • DThe oily center strip
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    Resposta: C. The tire tracks left by cars

    Car tire tracks are often the driest and cleanest part of the lane.

15. Pergunta 15 de 25

    Why can the center of a lane be slippery near intersections?

    • AIt is cooler than the rest of the road
    • BIt is always painted
    • COil and grease drip from cars that stop there
    • DWater collects only in the center
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    Resposta: C. Oil and grease drip from cars that stop there

    Oil drips build up in the center of the lane where cars stop. The strip is usually narrow, so you can ride to one side of it.

16. Pergunta 16 de 25

    How do you measure your following distance, as shown in the diagram?

    • AWatch the driver's brake lights
    • BWhen the vehicle ahead passes a fixed point, count seconds until you reach it
    • CLook at your speedometer
    • DCount car lengths
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    Resposta: B. When the vehicle ahead passes a fixed point, count seconds until you reach it

    Pick a fixed point. When the vehicle ahead passes it, count. If you reach it before two seconds, you are too close.

17. Pergunta 17 de 25

    About how far ahead should you scan for hazards?

    • AAbout 2 seconds ahead
    • BAbout 30 seconds ahead
    • CAbout 12 seconds ahead
    • DOnly to the vehicle in front
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    Resposta: C. About 12 seconds ahead

    Look about 12 seconds ahead so you have time to spot and avoid hazards.

18. Pergunta 18 de 25

    What should your riding jacket and pants do?

    • ALeave your arms bare in hot weather
    • BBe loose enough to flap in the wind
    • CBe made of thin cotton
    • DCover your arms and legs completely
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    Resposta: D. Cover your arms and legs completely

    A jacket and pants should cover arms and legs completely. Leather or sturdy synthetic material protects best.

19. Pergunta 19 de 25

    When you follow a car, where should you ride?

    • ARight beside the rear bumper
    • BWhere the driver can see you in the rearview mirror
    • CIn the driver's blind spot
    • DClose to the road edge
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    Resposta: B. Where the driver can see you in the rearview mirror

    Riding in the center of the lane usually puts you in the middle of the driver's rearview mirror.

20. Pergunta 20 de 25

    Which tire problems should you check for before you ride?

    • ALow air pressure, worn tread, cuts and bulges
    • BThe age of the rims' paint
    • CThe brand name
    • DThe color of the valve caps
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    Resposta: A. Low air pressure, worn tread, cuts and bulges

    Tires are your only contact with the road. Check pressure and look for wear and damage.

21. Pergunta 21 de 25

    During a swerve, what should your body do?

    • ALean the opposite way and brake
    • BStand up on the footrests
    • CLean farther than the motorcycle
    • DStay upright while the motorcycle leans under you
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    Resposta: D. Stay upright while the motorcycle leans under you

    Keep your body upright and let the motorcycle lean quickly beneath you.

22. Pergunta 22 de 25

    You are riding past a row of parked cars. Where in your lane should you ride?

    • AOn the shoulder
    • BToward the left side of your lane
    • COn the center line
    • DClose to the parked cars
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    Resposta: B. Toward the left side of your lane

    Staying left keeps you away from doors opening and people stepping out between cars.

23. Pergunta 23 de 25

    On most motorcycles, how do you use the rear brake?

    • AWith the pedal at your right foot
    • BWith the lever at your left hand
    • CWith the pedal at your left foot
    • DWith the lever at your right hand
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    Resposta: A. With the pedal at your right foot

    The rear brake pedal is usually in front of the right footrest.

24. Pergunta 24 de 25

    In T-CLOCS, what does the second C stand for?

    • ACarburetor
    • BClutch
    • CChassis
    • DCargo
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    Resposta: C. Chassis

    The second C is Chassis: the frame, suspension, chain or belt, and fasteners.

25. Pergunta 25 de 25

    In T-CLOCS, what does the S stand for?

    • ASignals
    • BSpeed
    • CStands
    • DSeat
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    Resposta: C. Stands

    S is Stands: the side stand and center stand should hold the motorcycle and spring back up.

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