Chapter 5b: Managing Risk in Traffic

The “Managing Risk in Traffic” chapter of the Alberta motorcycle license practice test is vital for aspiring motorcyclists aiming to ride safely.

Alberta Motorcycle Test - Chapter 5b: Managing Risk in Traffic

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What is the rule when passing stopped emergency vehicles or tow trucks with lights flashing?

Speed up to pass quickly

Maintain normal speed and move closer

Reduce speed to 60 km/h or the posted speed, whichever is lower

Stop completely in your lane

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Before returning to your lane after passing, what should you ensure you can see?

The entire vehicle in your left mirror

The front of the passed vehicle in your right rear-view mirror

The rear bumper of the vehicle behind you

The driver’s face in their side mirror

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How can you increase the likelihood of being seen in addition to using your turn signals?

Ride without mirrors

Wear dark clothing

Turn your lights off

Use hand signals

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Which of the following is a location where you must not pass?

Near or at the top of a hill

On a divided highway

On a straight section with good visibility

In a clearly marked passing zone

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When approaching an intersection, what should a motorcycle rider always be prepared to do?

Accelerate quickly through

Reduce speed and brake

Turn on high beam headlights

Ride in the middle of the intersection

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To reduce your risk of collision, how should you choose your lane and lane position?

Always ride in the right lane only

Always ride in the centre of every lane

Ride as close to other vehicles as possible

Ride in the safest lane and lane position possible to be visible

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Before moving into the oncoming lane to pass, what must you do regarding traffic behind you?

Ignore vehicles behind you

Brake hard to slow them down

Signal right

Check your mirrors for traffic to the rear

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As you approach an intersection, how should you scan for hazards?

Scan left, centre, and right several times

Look only straight ahead

Look only to the left

Look only in your mirrors

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What should you do if an oncoming driver is indicating a left turn as you approach an intersection?

Move to the far left portion of your lane

Stop immediately in your lane

Reduce speed and move to the centre or right portion of your lane

Increase speed to pass before they turn

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On a two-lane highway, where should you position yourself in your lane before starting a pass?

Left portion of your lane

Centre of your lane

On the centre line

Right portion of your lane

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What must you never assume when approaching vehicles at intersections?

That pedestrians will wait

That the light will stay green

That your brakes will fail

That the other driver has seen you

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What is the recommended following space cushion when riding behind another vehicle?

Exactly one second

Less than one second

Five to six seconds at all times

At least two to three seconds

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How far ahead should you scan your path of travel in urban areas?

At least 12 seconds

At least 30 seconds

Exactly 3 seconds

At least 5 seconds

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After seeing the front of the passed vehicle in your mirror, what should you do before moving back into your lane?

Immediately swerve right

Brake sharply

Shoulder check over your right shoulder

Shoulder check over your left shoulder

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Just before moving left to pass, what extra check should you perform?

Shoulder check to the left

Look down at your instruments

Shoulder check to the right

Look only in the right mirror

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On which side of the motorcycle should you stay while walking it out of an intersection?

Right side

Left side

Behind it

In front of it

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Why are intersections considered high-risk areas for collisions?

Traffic lights always fail there

Motorcycles are banned from intersections

They have left, right, and straight-through traffic

They always have poor visibility

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If vehicles are indicating entering the intersection from both sides, which lane position is recommended?

Centre portion of your lane

On the centre line between lanes

Left portion of your lane

Right portion of your lane

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When identifying potential hazards as you ride, what should you be prepared to do?

Stop only if the hazard is directly in front of you

Sound your horn continuously

Ignore them and maintain speed

Reduce speed or change lanes to avoid or reduce risk

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If a vehicle is indicating that it will enter the intersection from the right, where should you position your motorcycle?

In the right portion of your lane

In the centre of your lane

In the left portion of your lane

On the shoulder of the road

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What is the main purpose of maintaining a proper space cushion around your motorcycle at intersections?

To save fuel

So you can see and be seen

To allow other vehicles to pass you

To make room for parked cars

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How must you NOT pass other vehicles?

By checking mirrors first

By using the shoulder of the road

By signalling your intention

By shoulder checking

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When a vehicle is passing you on a two-lane highway, what should you do?

Maintain a constant speed and lane position

Move into the oncoming lane

Speed up to prevent the pass

Stop on the shoulder

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Passing other vehicles should be done:

As often as possible to reduce travel time

Only when necessary, legal, and safe

Only on the right side

Whenever traffic is slow

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What is the minimum following distance you should maintain before you begin a pass?

Half a second

Four seconds

One second

Two seconds

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What is one way to communicate your intentions to other drivers and riders?

Weave within your lane

Rev your engine loudly

Use your turn signals and brake light

Flash your high beams constantly

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Even if you are not in the lane next to stopped emergency vehicles, what should you do?

Maintain speed and ignore the scene

Move into the lane closest to the emergency vehicles

Turn off your lights

Be watchful and cautious, reducing speed and leaving lots of space

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If a passing vehicle needs to return quickly to your lane to avoid oncoming traffic, how should you respond?

Reduce your speed and move to the right

Increase your speed

Move to the left portion of the oncoming lane

Turn on your hazard lights and stop

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If your motorcycle stalls in an intersection and cannot be started, what should you do?

Walk the motorcycle out of the intersection when safe

Push it to the nearest lane of moving traffic

Leave it where it stopped and walk away

Stay on it and wait for help

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When is it NOT appropriate to pass a vehicle travelling in the same direction?

When it is travelling at the speed limit

On a straight, clear highway

When you can see far ahead

When it has stopped for a pedestrian

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This chapter focuses on developing crucial skills for identifying and managing potential road hazards. It teaches riders to maintain safe following distances, adapt to varying traffic conditions, and anticipate other drivers’ actions. Emphasizing the importance of situational awareness and defensive riding, it equips motorcyclists with the tools to reduce risks effectively. By mastering these strategies, riders can enhance their confidence and safety, ensuring a responsible riding experience on Alberta’s diverse and busy roads.