Sharing the Road Safely Flashcards

Which lane position is generally safest for a motorcycle on a multi-lane highway?

Answer: The left portion of the right lane to maximize visibility

Riding in the left portion of the right lane increases a motorcyclist's visibility to other drivers and provides an escape route to the right if needed.

When passing a bicyclist, you should return to your original lane only when:

Answer: You can see the bicyclist in your mirror and are at least 4 feet ahead

You should only return to your lane after passing a bicyclist when you can safely see them in your mirror and have given adequate clearance.

What should you do when you see a pedestrian using a crosswalk while you are making a turn?

Answer: Yield to the pedestrian before completing the turn

Even with a green light, you must yield to pedestrians already in the crosswalk before completing a turn.

What is the safest following distance when driving behind a motorcycle?

Answer: At least 4 seconds of following distance

A 4-second following distance is recommended when following a motorcycle to allow adequate reaction time if the rider brakes suddenly.

Truck drivers have the largest blind spot:

Answer: To the right side of the trailer

The largest blind spot on a truck is along the right side of the trailer, spanning multiple lanes, which is why passing on the right is especially dangerous.

If a school bus has yellow flashing lights activated, you should:

Answer: Prepare to stop because the bus is about to load or unload

Yellow flashing lights mean the bus is slowing down and preparing to stop, so you must slow down and prepare to stop as well.

When is it legal to pass a stopped school bus in Pennsylvania?

Answer: When the bus is on a divided highway on the opposite side

On a divided highway with a physical median, vehicles on the opposite side of the highway from the stopped school bus are not required to stop.