It is important to be on the alert for motorcycles because:
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Motorcycles are much quieter than cars.
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They are not subject to the same general road rules as cars.
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They are harder to see than cars.
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All of the above.
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Explanation
Motorcycles are smaller and may be difficult to see. They have a much smaller profile than other vehicles, which makes it more difficult to judge the distance and speed of an approaching motorcycle. A motorcycle’s small size allows it to slip into your blind spot more easily. Always check for motorcycles before you change lanes, turn, pull out, back up or proceed through an intersection.
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