Drivers often fail to see a motorcycle headed toward them. Why?
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Motorcycles are hard to see.
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It is difficult to judge a motorcycle's speed.
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It is hard to judge how far away a motorcycle is.
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All of the above.
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Explanation
Motorcycles are more difficult to see than larger vehicles, especially in poor weather conditions. When a motorcycle is approaching a driver, its speed and distance can be hard to judge. If a driver is distracted while behind the wheel, it can be easy to overlook a motorcyclist ahead.
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