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commercial truck drivers are trained to maintain -- seconds of space between them and traffic in front of them.

3

Why are car drivers at risk when they are in a large Vehicles blind-spot?

They cannot be seen by the driver.

The North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles does not require all moped operators to register their vehicle with the DMV, and obtain a registration card and license plate, which must be displayed on the rear of the moped at all times.

False

dangerous areas around trucks that the driver is unable to see where crashes are most likely to occur.

No zones.

Drivers share the road with motorcycles and mopeds, and they must be especially careful to look for them and observe these precautions except for:

mopeds are entitled to the entire lane.

how should car drivers position your vehicle so they are following at a safe distance?

position vehicle so the car driver can see the truck driver side mirrors.

pedestrians should always do the following except:

walk on the right side of the road facing away from traffic.

How long are the blind spots in front of a large vehicle?

20 feet.

How much room should a driver leave behind a large truck when coming to a stop?

At least one car length behind the truck.

Motorcycles:

all are correct. Speed up and stop quickly, are sometimes difficult to see in traffic, offer the rider little or no protection on a crash.

In most accidents between a car and motorcycle, who is that fault?

car

a collision in which a portion of a passenger vehicle slides under another vehicle.

Under ride Collision

What is required to obtain a motorcycle endorsement in NC?

a notch test and an off Street motorcycle skills test.

he following are things to remember when you encounter a cyclist except:

allow less following distance when Road surfaces are slippery. It is easier for the motorcycle or moped to become unstable because it has only two wheels in contact with the road surface.

If a bicycle Rider near you as a child:

expect anything could happen and adjust your driving.

When following a large truck or tractor trailer:

increase your following distance.

When you are driving or following a motorcycle you should:

increase your following distance.

When approaching a railroad crossing, you should

look both ways and cross the tracks quickly.

Requires drivers to slow down and change lanes When approaching a roadside incident, such as an emergency vehicle stopped on the side of the road

move-over laws

like drivers, bicyclists must do the following:

none of the following. give hand signals, stop for stop signs and red lights, right in this bright side of the road

approaching and driving to the work construction zone, you should:

slow your speed and adjust your vehicle's position.

When passing someone riding a bicycle ahead of you:

slow your speed increase the space between you and a bicyclist

when changing lanes, it is important to make a visual check for motorcycles in addition to looking in your rearview mirror. Because -

they blend in with the background, the motorcycle size allows it to easily talk to your blind spots and become invisible.An inexperienced Rider May panic and skid if you turn in front of him or her.

The driver of a large truck or tractor trailer rig will have the most difficulty seeing:

to the sides and rear of his vehicle.

If your vehicle stalls on the railroad tracks and a train is approaching, you should leave the vehicle and call the police or emergency number posted at the Crossing.

true

Legally a moped top speed cannot exceed 30 mile per hour.

true

How long does it take the average train to stop when traveling at 55 mph?

1 mile

Motorcyclists are -- more likely to sustain fatal injuries in an accident than car passengers.

29%

Drivers should allow at least a -- second following distance for motorcycles.

4

A commercial truck can weigh as much as -- lbs more than a passenger car

77000

What percentage of multiple vehicle accidents result in some kind of injury to a motorcycle rider.

98%

What kind of helmet is required in NC to ride a motorcycle?

Helmet that meets DOT and state standards, fits snugly, and has no obvious defects.

area of the roadway which intersects with a train.

Railroad crossings.

What is one of the most dangerous areas around a truck?

The right side.

In order to avoid accidents what do operators of both vehicles and motorcycles need to know?

The rights, responsibilities, and limitations of each other's vehicles

Why might a motorcycle be moving around and they're laying?

To avoid obstacles in the road.

An area where roadwork takes place may involve lane closures, detours and moving equipment.

Work zone.

To pass a moped, you must change lanes in the past and the same manner as you would for a large motor vehicle.

true

when making a right turn large trucks will often move left prior to making the turn.

true

You are coming to an intersection. You see a tractor-trailer coming to the intersection from the left and starting to turn right. What should you expect from the tractor trailer?

It will turn wide and use part of your lane to complete its turn.

What should you do when you see an advanced warning sign and are approaching a railroad crossing?

Lower the radio, check behind you, put foot on break.

If you approach an oversized vehicle marked with a wide load sign, you should.

Slow your speed and increase the distance you are from it.

Where should you stop at a railroad crossing when a train is approaching?

Stop at the white line on the pavement or no closer than 15 ft or average car length from Crossing.

the distance a vehicle travels while making a stop.

Total stopping distance.

What should a driver do when driving on the left side of a large vehicle to avoid the blind spot?

Travel through the blind spot steadily.

Used by large vehicles that are out of control or cannot stop because of brake failure.

Truck Escape ramp.

Helmets are effective because most Riders are riding slower than 30 miles per hour when a crash occurs and helmets can cut that number of head injuries by half.

True.

When you approach a vehicle towing a trailer you should do the following except:

all options are correct. Watch for any sway or possible hazards, such as Crosswinds are slippery curves. Use Extreme Caution while passing a trailer and towing the vehicle it may take you half a mile of clear red way to safely pass. Be aware that sudden breaking might cause the trailer to jackknife.