Bikes or Motorcycles
What is the "three-second-plus" rule when following a motorcycle, and why is this following distance especially important?
It is a minimum following distance used to ensure you have enough time to react. It's crucial because motorcycles can stop faster than cars, and they offer less visibility to the driver behind.
What is the "Move Over" Law, and how does it specifically require you to react when an emergency vehicle is stopped on the side of a multi-lane highway?
The "Move Over" Law requires drivers to move out of the lane closest to the emergency vehicle if safe to do so, or slow down significantly and proceed with caution.
Explain a driver's responsibility when a pedestrian is standing on the curb and appears to be preparing to cross the street at a crosswalk with no traffic signal.
The driver must stop and yield the right-of-way to the pedestrian before they enter the crosswalk.
What lights indicate that a school bus is preparing to stop to load or unload children, and what must drivers do when they see them?
Yellow/Amber flashing lights. Drivers should slow down and prepare to stop.
Describe the four main "No Zones" (blind spots) around a large semi-truck where you should avoid driving, and why they are so dangerous.
The four No Zones are: 1) Directly in front of the cab, 2) Directly behind the trailer, 3) The left side, particularly behind the driver's door, and 4) The long blind spot on the right side (passenger side). They are dangerous because the truck driver cannot see you, increasing the risk of a collision.
Name two specific reasons why it can be more difficult for a driver to judge the speed and distance of an oncoming motorcycle compared to a car.
A motorcycle's smaller size makes it appear farther away than it is.
Describe the proper procedure you must follow when an emergency vehicle with its lights and sirens on is approaching you from behind on a two-lane road.
Pull over immediately to the right edge of the roadway, clear of any intersection, and stop until the emergency vehicle has passed.
Why is it particularly important to check for pedestrians when making a turn, even if the traffic light is green or you have a "Walk" signal?
Turning drivers must yield to pedestrians who are legally crossing or about to cross the street, even if the light is in the driver's favor. Additionally, pedestrians may not always wait for a signal.
Describe the specific situation where a driver is not required to stop for a school bus that has its red lights flashing and stop arm extended.
When driving on a divided highway (e.g., with a median or physical barrier) and traveling in the opposite direction of the bus.
When passing a large truck, what two key visual cues should you check in your rearview mirror before safely pulling back into the truck's lane?
You should be able to see the truck's full cab and the front tires (or headlights) in your rearview mirror before merging back.
True or False: A bicyclist has all the same rights and responsibilities as a motor vehicle operator and is subject to traffic laws, including stopping at stop signs and red lights.
True. Bicyclists are generally considered vehicle operators and must obey the same traffic laws as drivers.
What action should a driver take if an emergency vehicle with flashing lights is approaching them, but they are already stopped in an intersection?
The driver should proceed through the intersection and then pull over immediately to the right and stop. They should not stop inside the intersection.
True or False: As a driver, you are required to stop and yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian using a white cane or a guide dog at all times.
True. State laws mandate that drivers yield to visually impaired pedestrians at all times.
What is the minimum safe distance, in feet, that drivers should stop from a school bus when its red lights are flashing to ensure children have room to cross safely?
Typically 20 feet (though this can vary by state, 20 feet is the common minimum).
True or False: When a semi-truck is signaling and preparing to make a right turn, it will often need to swing wide to the left, and you should attempt to pass on the right.
False. You should never attempt to pass on the right when a truck is preparing for a right turn, as they need that space to maneuver and may hit you.