Sharing the Road Flashcards

Where may pedestrians legally cross a road without a marked crosswalk?

Answer: At any intersection, whether the crosswalk is marked or unmarked

Pedestrians may legally cross at any intersection, including those with unmarked crosswalks, though they must still exercise caution and yield to traffic where required.

A cyclist is riding in the middle of a narrow lane. What is the correct action?

Answer: Wait behind the cyclist until it is safe to pass with adequate clearance

Cyclists are legally permitted to occupy the full lane, especially in narrow lanes where sharing is unsafe; you must wait until you can pass with enough space.

What minimum following distance is recommended when driving behind a large truck in good road and weather conditions?

Answer: 3 seconds

A minimum 3-second following distance is recommended behind large trucks to account for their longer stopping distance and to improve your line of sight.

When an emergency vehicle is approaching from behind with its lights and siren activated, what must you do?

Answer: Pull as far to the right as safely possible and stop

When an emergency vehicle approaches with lights and siren, you must pull as far right as safely possible and stop until the vehicle has completely passed.

What are 'no-zones' around large trucks?

Answer: Large blind spots around a truck where the driver has severely limited or no visibility

'No-zones' are the large blind spots surrounding trucks — directly behind, directly in front, and along both sides — where the truck driver cannot see other vehicles.

A pedestrian steps off the curb at an unmarked intersection crosswalk. What should you do?

Answer: Yield and stop to allow the pedestrian to cross safely

Drivers must yield to pedestrians crossing at all intersections, whether the crosswalk is marked or unmarked.

Before opening your car door after parking, when should you check for approaching cyclists?

Answer: Every single time before opening your door

Drivers must always check for approaching cyclists before opening their car door to prevent 'dooring' collisions, no matter where the vehicle is parked.