Ch. 11 drivers ed

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Mopeds might not be able to keep up with traffic flow because

They do not accelerate as quickly as a vehicle or motorcycle

Why should you stay out of the open space to the right of a truck that is turning

They make very wide right turns

The pedestrians most at risk are

Children and older persons

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How should a motorcyclist cross railroad tracks

As close to the right as possible

What happens when you pass a large truck during rain or snow

Both traction and visibility r decreased

To avoid traction reducing conditions motorcycle and scooter riders

Change lane position

As the driver of a vehicle you should

Flash your lights at a cyclist so he or she will move over

If the motorcyclist applies the front brake too hard the

Front brake can lock up and cause loss of control

Mopeds are restricted from

High-speed roadways

In terms of traction, the worst time for a motorcyclist is

Immediately after a rain start

To protect a tailgating motorcyclist while following another vehicle you should

Increase your following distance

Death or injury to a motorcyclist often results because the motorcyclist

Lacks protective equipment

Low speed vehicles are required to

License plates and safety features such as turn signals, windshield, and seatbelts

When a motorcyclist is overtaking you you should

Maintain speed and Lane position

Why are there many collisions involving pedestrians occurring at intersections and crosswalks in business districts

Many pedestrians assume that drivers will yield the right-of-way to anyone in the crosswalk

A motorcyclist might have more difficulty stopping than a vehicle driver because

Motorcycles require use of separate brakes for the front and rear

When a person leaves a vehicle he or she becomes

Pedestrian

If any emergency vehicle is approaching and a heavy traffic you should

Pull as far right as possible

Motorcyclist can make themselves more visible at night by

Putting reflective tape on their helmet and clothing

An oncoming motorcyclist is signaling for a left turn. Vehicle driver preparing to turn left in front of the motorcycle should complete the turn only after the motorcycle has

Started in the path of a left turn

Injuries and deaths from motorcycle collisions are primarily from

The exposed position of the Rider

What makes it difficult for the vehicle drivers to judge a motorcycle speed and distance

The motorcycles smaller size

Why are motorcyclist often to see behind your vehicle

The relatively small size of the motorcycle is lost in your blind spot area

A motorcycle with balance and stability depend on

The riders skill and experience

Most states require that when a school bus is stopped to load or unload passengers on a two-way street others

in both directions stop


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