On The Road

Question 1

Why should you show extra caution when sharing the road with bicycles and motorcycles?

Answer 1

Bicycles:
- they don’t have break lights to warn you when they’re stopping
- you might not notice them when you’re turning right, remember to do a shoulder check
- cyclists might not notice you when you open your door after parking so always check for them

Motorcycles:
- they often drive in the left portion of the lane- never share a lane with a motorcycle
- their turn signals are hard to see
-they can stop very quickly so allow extra following space
- they can easily lose control in poor weather or road conditions

Question 2

Why should you be cautious when sharing the road with larger vehicles?

Answer 2

• they need more space to stop
• they may roll back when releasing breaks
• they spray debris
  -they have large Blindspots and may not see you while backing up or driving
• they require extra room for turning

Question 3

What rules apply to funeral processions?

Answer 3

If you are driving in one:
- you may follow them through an intersection without stopping if it is safe to do so.
- you must have your headlights on and you must be following right behind the vehicle ahead in the procession

Do not pass through a funeral procession:
Yield the right of way untill it has passed

Question 4

What do you do if you see a school bus stopped on a non divided highway ?

Answer 4

If altering amber lights: pass with extreme caution and be prepared to stop.
If altering red lights do not pass stop 20 m behind or 20m in front depending on what direction you were traveling

Question 5

What do you do if you see a school bus stopped on a divided highway?

Answer 5

If altering amber lights: pass with extreme caution and be prepared to stop.
If alternating red lights drivers on the same side cannot pass, stop 20 m behind. Driver’s on the opposing side can proceed with caution.