A large truck is ahead of you and is turning right onto a street with two lanes in each direction. The truck:
|
May have to swing wide to the right to complete the right turn.
|
|
|
May have to swing wide to the left to complete the right turn.
|
|
|
Must stay in the right lane at all times while turning.
|
|
|
May complete its turn in either of the two lanes.
|
Explanation
Larger vehicles, such as trucks, have a longer turning radius than smaller vehicles. As a result, when a truck needs to make a right turn, the driver may need to swing to the left before turning right to create a wider turn and avoid hitting any obstacles or curbs. This is a common maneuver that truck drivers use to make safe turns, but it can also create a hazard for drivers who may be in the truck's blind spot or attempting to pass. Therefore, it is important to stay back and be cautious when driving near large trucks, especially when they are turning.
Answer Statistics
🟢 This question is easy — 13.3% of our users get this question wrong.
Other questions in the same category: Sharing the Road with Large Vehicles
You are driving on the freeway behind a large truck. You should drive:When they meet a truck coming from the opposite direction, drivers should:When you approach a stopped public transit bus from behind, you must yield to the bus:Which of these statements is true about large trucks and buses?Which of the following is true about large trucks?When passing trucks, drivers of smaller vehicles must be prepared for:Generally speaking, you are in a large truck’s blind spot if you:When passing a truck, you should:You are driving on the freeway. The vehicle in front of you is a large truck. You should drive:Trucks and buses may need more space to make a right-hand turn.
This question appears in the following DMV practice tests: