You must carefully watch for bicyclists in traffic lanes because they:
|
Usually have the right-of-way.
|
|
|
Obey different traffic laws than drivers of vehicles.
|
|
|
Could be hidden in your blind spots.
|
|
|
Must ride facing oncoming traffic.
|
Explanation
Bicyclists have the same rights as drivers of motor vehicles, including the right to ride in the same direction as traffic. Unfortunately, they are often hard to see in traffic because they are small and can easily be hidden in a vehicle's blind spot. To ensure the safety of bicyclists, it is important to always make a visual check when changing lanes or entering traffic. This includes checking your blind spots before making a turn, parallel parking, opening a door, or leaving a curb. Remember that bicyclists have the right to share the road, and you must yield the right-of-way to them just as you would to another vehicle.
Answer Statistics
🟢 This question is easy — 11% of our users get this question wrong.
Other questions in the same category: Sharing the Road with Bicycles
Bicyclists are __________ to share the road with other drivers.On roadways, bicyclists are considered:What is the minimum required clearance a motorist must maintain from a bicyclist?In Florida, bicyclists on public roads have the same rights and responsibilities as:A person riding a bicycle has all the same rights and responsibilities as a driver of a motor vehicle.If a bicyclist on the road ahead has their left arm extended downward to their left, you should assume the bicyclist is:To pass a bicyclist traveling in the same direction on a two-lane road without bicycle lanes, you should:A bicycle driven on public highways must have a horn or bell that can be heard at least ________ away.Bicyclists:If you see a cyclist in your lane ahead, you should:
This question appears in the following DMV practice tests: