Sharing the Road Flashcards

When passing a bicyclist on a two-lane road in Alaska, you should leave at least how much clearance?

Answer: Three feet

Alaska drivers must give bicyclists at least three feet of clearance when passing.

A large truck is signaling a right turn at an intersection but swings wide to the left first. What should you do?

Answer: Stay behind and do not pass on the right

Trucks swing wide to make right turns, so squeezing into the right-side gap risks being crushed.

You are driving behind a motorcycle in Alaska. How much following distance should you allow compared to following a car?

Answer: More, at least four seconds

Motorcycles can stop quickly and may fall on slick surfaces, so allow a longer following distance of at least four seconds.

If you cannot see a truck driver in the truck's side mirror, what does that mean?

Answer: The truck driver cannot see you

If you cannot see the driver in the truck's mirror, you are in a blind spot and invisible to the driver.

A pedestrian using a white cane or guide dog is crossing mid-block ahead of you. What must you do?

Answer: Stop and yield until the person is safely across

Blind pedestrians with a white cane or guide dog always have the right-of-way, and you must stop for them.

When may you legally drive in a lane marked with a bicycle symbol in Alaska?

Answer: Only when turning, entering a driveway, or when directed by signs

Motor vehicles may briefly enter a bike lane only to turn, access a driveway, or as directed, after yielding to cyclists.

You approach a horse and rider on a rural Alaska road. What is the safest action?

Answer: Slow down, pass wide, and avoid honking

Horses can spook at loud noises and close vehicles, so pass slowly, widely, and quietly.