Ontario Motorcycle M1 Driving Test Part 3

Ontario Motorcycle M1 Driving Test
Part 3

Ontario Motorcycle M1 license signifies an exciting journey into the world of professional motorcycle operation. This license allows you to ride motorcycles and mopeds for commercial purposes, opening up new horizons on the open road. To attain it, you must ace both a written test and a road test. The written test assesses your knowledge of motorcycle safety, traffic regulations, and road signs, making it essential to study the Ontario Driver’s Handbook.

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Ontario Motorcycle Practice Test M1 Parts 3

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In a situation where a number of motorcyclists are traveling with each other, what kind of driving manner should they assume?

The motorcyclists should drive next to each other, but in separate lanes.

The motorcyclists should adopt a staggered formation.

The motorcyclists should drive next to each other.

The motorcyclists should drive one behind the other in a line.

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What is the relationship between cold weather and tire pressure?

Cold weather causes tire pressure to decrease and increase.

Cold weather causes tire pressure to decrease.

Cold weather does not cause any difference in tire pressure.

Cold weather causes tire pressure to increase.

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When entering a freeway, what is the right time to turn on your turn signal?

When one reaches the entrance ramp and the freeway traffic is able to see you.

There is no compulsion for motorcyclists to turn on the signal when entering a freeway.

The moment one reaches the acceleration lane and becomes visible to the other traffic on the freeway.

When one reaches the exit ramp, from where one is visible to the other traffic on the freeway.

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If the front tire blows out when on the road, the motorcyclist should ________.

Move his/her weight to the right side.

Move his/her weight to the left side.

Move his/her weight to the back as much as possible.

Move his/her weight to the front as much as possible.

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What is the risk posed to motorcyclists from turbulence from large vehicles?

The large amount of airflow created by the turbulence emanating from big vehicles on the road can negatively affect the motorcyclist’s balance and ability to maintain full control on the motorcycle and this can create risks when one tries to pass the large vehicle.

The heightened degree of air pressure exerted by the turbulence from a large vehicle hinders the motorcyclist’s ability to maintain a firm control on the motorcycle while passing the large vehicle.

All of these.

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What should motorcyclists take into consideration at railway crossings?

Drive slowly, be careful, keep an eye on the surroundings, and note the signals, lights, gates and flag-persons.

All answers are correct.

For heightened control over the motorcycle one should drive towards parallel tracks in one’s direction at an angle of 45 degrees minimum.

One should be alert since specific vehicles are required to stop at railway crossings as part of company policy.

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A highly skilled motorcyclist has which of the following qualities?

The ability to always be ready for the errors of the other drivers.

The ability to drive faster and at a greater speed than others on the road.

The ability to react properly, even without being prepared in advance to do so.

A good driver is one who drives at a lesser speed than other drivers on the road.

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A red signal light with a green arrow is shown at an intersection This indicates _______.

To stop and then proceed

That the green arrow is a signal for pedestrians only

To proceed with caution in the direction of arrow

To stop and wait for a green signal before making a turn in the direction of the arrow

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What considerations should be considered while driving a motorcycle in foggy conditions?

One should keep the high beam light on for maximum visibility.

One should drive at high speeds to pass the fog quickly.

One should drive at a slow speed and if the motorcycle has fog lights, they should be turned on.

One should stop at any time when the fog becomes too dense for clear visibility.

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On your motorcycle tires, what is the minimum depth of the tire tread that you should have?

3.5 mm

1.5 mm

2.5 mm

4.5 mm

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Why should you not share lanes with other vehicles?

Both the second and the third statement are correct.

By driving close to other vehicles, one can remain safe in the company of the rest of the traffic and hence lane sharing is good.

Lane sharing is useful because 2 vehicles will receive more notice than 1 and hence it is safer.

By driving too close to other vehicles, motorcyclists are at a risk of collisions and accidents and hence sharing lanes should be avoided.

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How does driving over metal gratings, worn-out road facades, and grooves make a difference?

All of these

It creates a sense of loss of control over the motorcycle.

It results in a balanced and even driving experience.

It results in an airlifting experience.

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When driving a motorcycle, it is compulsory to carry which documents at all times?

Just the pink liability insurance card is required.

None of the above

You should carry your driver’s license, pink liability insurance card, and permit.

Just the valid driver’s license is needed.

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Why is it important to drive with your wrists low?

None of these

So that the speed is not mistakenly increased.

So that the speed is not suddenly decreased.

So that the brake is not suddenly applied.

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If you have chosen to change your lane while driving and move to the left lane before the lane change, you should _________.

Use the left mirrors to clearly see the lane before changing.

Use the right mirrors to see the lane and check whether it is secure to change.

Reduce the speed, shift the gears, and then use both brakes.

Signal and check your left mirror and look over your shoulder once to make sure that all is clear and it is safe to move.

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What is the trick to quickly turning or swerving to avert a collision?

Quickly lean the motorcycle and proceed to turn in the direction you want to go.

Raise the throttle and increase the speed and then come to a stop.

All of these

Slowly tilt your motorcycle in the direction you want to turn and drive.

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Is it permissible to carry passengers with an M1 license?

One can do so on a moped while maintaining a speed that is under 60 km/h.

It is permissible in case one is driving a moped.

No, it is against the law to carry passengers.

One can carry passengers on a motorcycle as long as a speed of below 60 km/h is maintained.

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A driver entering a highway via an entrance ramp must ________.

Signal and drive slowly in order to avoid an accident

Give a hand signal, and then take right-of–way

Signal and accelerate in order to merge smoothly with highway traffic

Sound horn and proceed with caution

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Why are motorcyclists advised against shifting gears while turning?

All of these

The rear wheel can lock if there is jerky downshift, which may result in a skid.

Shifting gears may increase the speed, causing a loss of traction in the rear wheel and this can result in a skid.

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When a motorcyclist carries a passenger, the extra rider’s weight affects the motorcycle and ______.

Will not have any effect at all the motorcycle.

Will help the motorcyclist to maintain batter control over the motorcycle’s balance.

Will result in the motorcycle reacting slower than usual.

Results in the motorcycle responding faster than before.

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With an M1 level driver’s license, a motorcyclist can carry a passenger if ________.

If the motorcycle is equipped with all the needed requirements for carrying pillion riders.

The motorcycle is properly equipped with a seat for pillion riders.

At the M1 level a motorcyclist cannot carry a passenger under any circumstances.

They are wearing a helmet.

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In case a freeway exit is missed, what should one do?

One should decrease the speed, move on to the shoulder, turn the motorcycle around, and enter the exit ramp that was missed.

You should move back carefully to the missed exit.

Proceed and take the next exit.

One should decrease the speed, move on to the shoulder, back up and enter the exit ramp that was missed.

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If you are stopped at an intersection behind a vehicle and notice another vehicle approaching from the back, and it poses the risk of hitting you and causing an accident, you need to prepare to _________.

Get closer to the vehicle in front of you.

Speed up and shift lanes.

Maintain your current position.

Move out of the way and pull alongside the vehicle ahead of you.

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What is black ice?

It refers to a frozen mixture of mud and snow.

It refers to a mixture of snow and ice.

It refers to recently-paved roads that are still wet.

It refers to the situation when a thin layer of ice covers the asphalt.

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What are the requirements for towing a trailer with a motorcycle that can do so?

Valid motorcycle license, a registered trailer, trailer plates, and a trailer permit.

Valid motorcycle license and trailer permit.

Valid motorcycle license, trailer permit, and a registered trailer.

Valid motorcycle license.

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What are the documents required for registering or renewing the registration of a motorcycle?

Proof that one owns a motorcycle for which the registration is being conducted.

Proof of valid insurance coverage.

None of these proofs are required.

Proof that one owns a helmet.

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How can a motorcyclist inform others on the road that they require help?

One should leave the engine running while waiting by the road side.

One should switch on the head lights.

A motorcyclist should place his/her helmet on the ground, near the road.

One should switch on the tail lights.

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In case of a stuck throttle, how should a motorcyclist react?

One should decrease the pressure on the throttle, pull the clutch in, and use the kill switch to turn the engine off.

Raise the speed with the throttle, apply the clutch, and use the kill switch to turn the engine off.

None of the above steps should be applied.

Reduce throttle pressure and pull the clutch in.

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Unless otherwise posted, the maximum speed limit on the highway outside of a city, town, village, or built-up area is _________.

50 km/h

80 km/h

40 km/h

60 km/h

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While approaching an intersection, you notice a vehicle to your right is stopped at a stop sign. You should _________.

Accelerate to speed up and then shift to the left.

Accelerate to speed up and then shift to the right.

Move to the left tire track and decrease your speed.

Shift to the right tire track and decrease your speed.

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If you are carrying cargo, at what level should it be kept?

It should be kept high to prevent a change in gravity and to avoid any alterations in the motorcycle’s balance.

None of these statements are applicable.

The placement of the cargo is of little consequence as long as the motorcyclist checks on it regularly.

It should be kept low to avert a change in gravity and to prevent interference with motorcycle balance.

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What is implied by the phrase ‘lane splitting?’

It refers to driving on the line between lanes of traffic.

It refers to a car and a motorcycle driving in the same lane.

All answers are correct.

It refers to two motorcycles driving in the same lane.

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Motorcycle registration includes which documents?

It includes a vehicle permit and a license plate.

It includes insurance coverage and a license plate.

It includes insurance coverage and a vehicle permit.

None of these

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In case the wheels get locked, what should a motorcyclist do?

Increase the speed by applying the throttle.

Employ the rear wheel brakes.

Employ the front brakes.

Apply threshold braking.

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If a motorcyclist needs to stop the motorcycle while making a turn, the following process should be used _______.

One should use only the rear brakes in the situation.

One should start downshifting.

One should only use the front brakes in such a situation.

One should use both the front brakes and the rear brakes simultaneously.

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What are some of the reasons for wobbling?

All answers are correct.

Wobbling can be caused by worn out steering parts.

Wobbling can be caused by loose spokes.

Wobbling can be caused by loose wheel bearings.

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A motorcyclist should keep the mirrors positioned in such a way that he/she can ________.

See as much as possible of the adjacent lane and also a substantial part of the lane behind him/her.

See just the lane next to him/her.

While driving in heavy traffic, there is little need of mirrors.

See just the lane that is behind him/her.

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When a motorcyclist is nearing a railway crossing, and a train is approaching at what distance from the closest gate or rail should the motorcyclist stop?

At a distance of 50 meters.

At least 5 metres away.

At least 15 metres away.

At least 1 metre away.

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In case of a seized engine, the motorcyclist should ___________.

Use the brakes hard as quickly as possible and then stop and pull over.

Begin downshifting and start decreasing the speed of the motorcycle.

Switch the four-way flasher on.

Apply the clutch in order to disengage the engine from the rear wheel.

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On approaching an intersection, you notice the road is blocked with traffic. You should ________.

Sound the horn to warn cars ahead to move on

Proceed slowly into the intersection until the traffic ahead moves on

Stop before entering the intersection and wait until traffic ahead moves on

Keep as close as possible to the car ahead

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A broken line at the left of your lane means __________.

Pass only during day light hours

You may pass if the way is clear

Pass at any time

Never pass

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When a motorcyclist is turning left from a passing lane into a passing lane, which tire track position should be adopted?

The tire track position is not significant as long as the motorcyclist feels comfortable making the turn.

The left tire track position.

The centre tire track position.

The right tire track position.

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If the engine locks or freezes, what should a motorcyclist do?

Add the wiper fluid for the windshield.

Get the gas tank replenished.

Pull over and then wait until the engine cools down before adding gas line antifreeze to it.

Pull over and then wait until the engine cools down before adding oil to it.

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How frequently should one look into the mirrors while driving on a freeway?

One should do so every 1-2 seconds.

One should do so every 5-10 seconds.

One should do so every 15-20 seconds.

One should do so every 2-4 seconds.

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How should you react if flying debris or other objects hit you?

Once it is safe, get off the road.

All answers are correct

Keep a firm grip on the handlebars and keep looking at the road.

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What style of driving does the phrase ‘staggered formation’ refer to?

It refers to staggering vehicles at large distances from one another so that the following distance between vehicles is increased.

It refers to driving motorcycles in a staggered manner so that there is no risk to other drivers on the road or to the motorcyclists themselves.

It refers to a process of staggering drivers in a line one behind another in an even manner.

It refers to driving motorcycles staggered in all the different lanes of the road so that a lot of distance is maintained between the motorcycles.

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