Quiz 1 Flashcards

1
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Upshifting or Downshifting in a curve

A

Should only be done if it can be done smoothyl

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2
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To Avoid confusing other drivers, you should

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Make sure turn signal turns off after you finish a turn

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3
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___ is a major factor in collisions caused by motorcyclists

A

following too closely

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4
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If your motorcycle starts to wander back and forth while riding over metal bridge gratings you should

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Relax, stay on course, and ride straight across

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5
Q

If you must carry a load it should be

A

Either over or in front of the rear axle

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6
Q

Grabbing the front brake or jamming down on the rear brake

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Can cause the brakes to lock

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7
Q

What is the best way to stay out of trouble while riding a motorcycle

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By increasing the following distance between your motorcycle and the vehicle in front of you

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8
Q

A motorcycle rider has an advantage over an automobile driver when passing parked vehicles because

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A motorcycle rider can avoid the problems of opening doors and people stepping out from between vehicles by driving in the left part of the lane

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9
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Brightly colored, reflective helmets and clothing

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Can make motorcycle riders easier to see

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10
Q

To execute a turn safely a motorcycle rider should always

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Lean the motorcycle in the direction of the curve or turn

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