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BC-MC-Rules-01
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Question 1 |
When riding, what percentage of information about your environment do you take in through your eyes?
50% | |
70% | |
60% | |
80% |
Question 2 |
Which of these should not be an essential consideration in choosing which motorcycle to buy?
The height of the saddle | |
The weight of the motorcycle | |
What you intend to use it for | |
Its top speed |
Question 3 |
Why is it important to check that air can flow freely through your face shield?
To prevent overheating | |
To prevent suffocation | |
To prevent fogging | |
To cut down wind resistance |
Question 4 |
You’re riding with two friends and they start to reach a speed you’re not comfortable with. What’s your best option?
Ride at the back and follow their line | |
Back off and catch them up in your own | |
Ride between them for protection from other vehicles | |
Go out front and set the pace yourself |
Question 5 |
What will make you safest when faced with a road sign?
Having studied and memorized all road signs | |
Judging what it might say from a distance away | |
Braking hard as you approach | |
Slowing down to read it carefully |
Question 6 |
According to the US Department of Transportation, how much more likely are you to be killed in an accident as a motorcyclist than as a car driver?
Eight times as likely | |
Sixteen times as likely | |
Four times as likely | |
Twice as likely |
Question 7 |
How can you find out whether or not a used helmet has been in a crash?
Feel inside for dents | |
Examine the paintwork for scratches | |
There is no way to tell | |
Closely question the previous owner |
Question 8 |
When starting your motorcycle from cold, what position should your choke/enricher be in?
Fully open | |
Fully closed | |
Two thirds open | |
One third open |
Question 9 |
Which of these should be given priority in your budget for motorcycling?
Insurance | |
Training | |
They are all as important as each other | |
Maintenance |
Question 10 |
What is the best way of protecting your eyes and face while riding?
With an open face helmet and goggles | |
With a full face helmet and sunglasses | |
With a full face helmet and built-in face shield | |
With a full face helmet and goggles |
Question 11 |
What is the most important consideration for the smart rider?
Keeping to a good speed | |
Always to think about safety | |
Having enough acceleration in hand | |
Knowing when to take risks |
Question 12 |
If your motorcycle starts fine but soon stalls for no obvious reason, what is the first thing you should check?
If you have enough oil | |
If the choke is closed | |
If the battery is functioning | |
If the fuel supply valve is open |
Question 13 |
Where will you normally find the gearshift lever on a motorcycle?
Under your left hand | |
By your left foot | |
By your right foot | |
Under your right hand |
Question 14 |
When buying your motorcycle gear, what should be the priority item, where you should buy the best you can afford?
Boots | |
Jacket | |
Gloves | |
Helmet |
Question 15 |
Why should you not wear high-heeled boots when riding?
Because they can snag on the controls | |
Because they are more slippery | |
Because they are heavier | |
Because they'll change your position on the seat |
Question 16 |
When is it essential that your passenger should wear a proper helmet and protective gear?
When the weather conditions are poor | |
At all times | |
When planning to ride at high speed | |
When going on a long trip |
Question 17 |
What’s the best way to react if someone starts tailgating and honking at you?
Speed up to get away from them | |
Slow down to force them to slow also | |
Honk and gesture back | |
Let them pass when you safely can |
Question 18 |
After passing your skills test, what should you do next?
Find a clear fast road to practice on | |
Continue practicing on quiet streets | |
Practice riding in busy streets | |
Start riding like all other riders |
Question 19 |
Which of these is the most common cause of motorcycle crashes in British Colombia?
Unsafe speed | |
Wildlife | |
Rider confusion | |
Alcohol |
Question 20 |
What would you use your tachometer to monitor?
Trip distance | |
Engine revs | |
Engine temperature | |
Battery charge level |
Question 21 |
Why should you not use a tinted face shield?
Because they don't work well in the dark or rain | |
Because they make it more difficult for other drivers to see you | |
Because they can make your face too hot | |
Because they intimidate other drivers |
Question 22 |
What’s the best way to deal with pedestrians and people in wheelchairs wanting to cross the road ahead?
Keep enough speed up to pass them before they impede you | |
Pick the route you will need to swerve either side of them | |
Be ready to warn them not to cross with your horn | |
Be aware of their presence and ready to slow down |
Question 23 |
What’s the best way of making sure you arrive at your destination on time?
Having a good satnav system | |
Having the fastest bike you can afford | |
Making sure you plan ahead | |
Learning how to weave through traffic |
Question 24 |
In what percentage of crashes is a helmet effective in preventing head injury?
29% | |
67% | |
82% | |
48% |
Question 25 |
When can you afford not to wear your motorcycle jacket?
When riding slowly | |
Never | |
When riding in town | |
On very hot days |
Question 26 |
What is the most important thing you should ensure before pressing the starter?
That you are sitting in the saddle | |
That the bike is pointing the way you intend to go | |
That the bike is still on its stand | |
That the transmission is in neutral |
Question 27 |
What's the most effective way of making sure other road users can see you?
Wearing a reflective belt | |
Wearing a fluorescent jacket or vest | |
Wearing a light-colored helmet | |
Wearing fluorescent gloves |
Question 28 |
Your motorcycle will most likely have convex mirrors to give you a wider field of view. What effect will these mirrors also have?
Things will look smaller and farther away | |
Things will look larger and farther away | |
Things will look smaller but closer | |
Things will look larger but closer |
Question 29 |
Which of these materials is not suitable for motorcycle clothing?
Denim | |
Cordura | |
Leather | |
Kevlar |
Question 30 |
When you’re approaching a green light, which of these should you not do?
Keep focused on the light | |
Speed up to make sure you pass on green | |
Prepare to brake if the light changes | |
Watch for other traffic reacting to the light |
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