MSF (Motorcycle Safety Foundation) Rider's Course Practice Test

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Study for the MSF Rider's Course Test. Challenge yourself with multiple-choice questions that reflect the knowledge necessary for motorcycle safety and riding skills. Prepare effectively for your exam!

Each practice test/flash card set has 50 randomly selected questions from a bank of over 500. You'll get a new set of questions each time!

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When is a rain-slick surface most slippery?

  1. After prolonged rain

  2. During a light drizzle

  3. At night

  4. At the beginning of a rain

The correct answer is: At the beginning of a rain

When a rain shower begins, the rainwater mixes with the residue and oil on the road, creating a very slippery surface. This initial period of rainfall is when the road is most slippery due to the mixture of water and contaminants on the surface, making it hazardous for riders. As the rain continues, it washes away some of the residue, improving the road's traction. Therefore, the correct answer is at the beginning of a rain.