VT DMV Sharing the Road 2

Question 1

When passing a bicyclist on a Vermont road, drivers must leave at least how much clearance?

Accepted Answer

4 feet

Answer

Vermont law requires drivers to pass vulnerable users, including bicyclists, with at least 4 feet of clearance.

Question 2

You are approaching a horse-drawn buggy on a rural Vermont road. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Slow down and pass carefully, leaving plenty of room

Answer

Horses can be startled by vehicles, so slow down and pass with ample space without honking.

Question 3

A large truck ahead of you is making a right turn at an intersection. Why might it first swing wide to the left?

Accepted Answer

Trucks need extra room to complete tight right turns

Answer

Large trucks often swing left before turning right because their long trailers need extra turning space.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

The truck driver cannot see you

Answer

If you can't see the driver in the truck's mirror, you are in a blind spot and the driver can't see you.

Question 5

A pedestrian is crossing at an unmarked crosswalk at an intersection. What must you do?

Accepted Answer

Yield the right-of-way to the pedestrian

Answer

Drivers must yield to pedestrians in crosswalks whether they are marked or unmarked.

(VT DMV) Vermont Department of Motor Vehicle Practice Test