Safe interaction with trucks and blind spots, motorcyclists, bicyclists, pedestrians, buses, farm vehicles and work zones.
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- Where are the main blind spots on a large truck?
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Front, directly behind the rear bumper, and along both sides (especially the right side)- How far behind a truck should you stay to avoid the rear blind spot?
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At least 4 car lengths- Why is passing on the right side of a truck especially dangerous?
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The right side blind spot is particularly large; the driver is less likely to see you- If you cannot see the truck driver in the side mirror, what does that mean?
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The truck driver cannot see you; you are in the blind spot- How much longer does a fully loaded truck need to stop than a car?
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About twice as long or more- Why is it dangerous to drive between two trucks?
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Either truck could change lanes and not see you in their blind spot- When following a truck on the highway, why keep back a safe distance?
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Brake lights may not give adequate warning and debris can fly back- A truck is merging into your lane - what should you do?
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Slow down or move away; honk if necessary to alert the driver- Why are motorcycles difficult to see on the road?
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They are small and can easily be hidden in blind spots and in a driver's field of vision- Never share a lane with a motorcycle because?
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They have the right to the full lane and you could hit them- What distance should you keep from a motorcycle?
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At least one full car length, more in bad weather- Where do experienced motorcyclists position themselves in a lane?
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In the left or right third of the lane, not in the center- What weather condition most reduces visibility of motorcycles?
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Rain, fog, and darkness- When a motorcyclist swerves unexpectedly, what might be the reason?
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Avoiding a pothole, debris, or other road hazard- How much space should you give a bicyclist when passing?
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At least 3 feet
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