RTT Dealing with Vulnerable Road Users 2

Question 1

When passing a cyclist on a two-lane road, how much lateral clearance should you aim to provide?

Accepted Answer

At least 3 feet

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At least 1 foot

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At least 5 feet

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At least 6 feet

Question 2

A pedestrian is crossing mid-block outside a crosswalk. As a motorcyclist, what should you do?

Accepted Answer

Slow down and be prepared to stop

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Maintain speed since they are jaywalking

Answer

Sound your horn to warn them and maintain speed

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Flash your headlight and proceed

Question 3

Which type of vehicle are motorcyclists most likely to underestimate the danger from when changing lanes?

Accepted Answer

Semi-trucks creating air turbulence

Answer

Bicycles in the bike lane

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Parked cars with opening doors

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Buses stopping at curbs

Question 4

You see a child on a bicycle wobbling near the curb ahead. What is your best response?

Accepted Answer

Slow significantly and give a wide berth before passing

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Honk to alert the child and pass quickly

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Wait behind the child until they turn off the road

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Flash lights and maintain normal speed

Question 5

At a crosswalk with a WALK signal, a blind pedestrian with a white cane is crossing. You should:

Accepted Answer

Stop and wait until the pedestrian has completely cleared your path

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Proceed carefully since you have a green light

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Edge forward slowly to signal your presence

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Sound your horn gently to alert them

Question 6

When riding near a school zone during dismissal time, you should:

Accepted Answer

Reduce speed and watch for children darting between parked vehicles

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Maintain normal speed since you are smaller than a car

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Sound your horn periodically to scatter pedestrians

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Only slow if you see a crossing guard

Question 7

A motorcyclist approaches an elderly pedestrian who has started crossing but is moving very slowly. The light is about to change. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Wait until the pedestrian safely reaches the curb before moving

Answer

Proceed as soon as your signal turns green

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Nudge forward to encourage them to move faster

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Sound your horn to alert cross-traffic