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?

Stop completely in your lane

Speed up to pass quickly

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

Maintain normal speed and move closer

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

In a clearly marked passing zone

Near or at the top of a hill

On a divided highway

On a straight section with good 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

Left portion of your lane

On the centre line between lanes

Right portion of your lane

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

Right side

In front of it

Left side

Behind it

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

Right portion of your lane

On the centre line

Centre of your lane

Left portion of your lane

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

Wear dark clothing

Turn your lights off

Use hand signals

Ride without mirrors

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

Ignore them and maintain speed

Sound your horn continuously

Stop only if the hazard is directly in front of you

Reduce speed or change lanes to avoid or reduce risk

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

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

The entire vehicle in your left mirror

The rear bumper of the vehicle behind you

The driver’s face in their side mirror

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

On the shoulder of the road

In the left portion of your lane

In the centre of your lane

In the right portion of your lane

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

Reduce speed and brake

Turn on high beam headlights

Ride in the middle of the intersection

Accelerate quickly through

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

Speed up to prevent the pass

Move into the oncoming lane

Maintain a constant speed and lane position

Stop on the shoulder

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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

Ride as close to other vehicles as possible

Always ride in the centre of every lane

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

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

Stay on it and wait for help

Leave it where it stopped and walk away

Push it to the nearest lane of moving traffic

Walk the motorcycle out of the intersection when safe

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

Look only to the left

Look only in your mirrors

Look only straight ahead

Scan left, centre, and right several times

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

Use your turn signals and brake light

Flash your high beams constantly

Weave within your lane

Rev your engine loudly

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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?

Shoulder check over your left shoulder

Immediately swerve right

Shoulder check over your right shoulder

Brake sharply

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

Move into the lane closest to the emergency vehicles

Maintain speed and ignore the scene

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

Turn off your lights

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

Four seconds

One second

Half a second

Two seconds

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

On a straight, clear highway

When it is travelling at the speed limit

When you can see far ahead

When it has stopped for a pedestrian

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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

Turn on your hazard lights and stop

Move to the left portion of the oncoming lane

Increase your speed

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Passing other vehicles should be done:

Only when necessary, legal, and safe

As often as possible to reduce travel time

Whenever traffic is slow

Only on the right side

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

At least two to three seconds

Less than one second

Exactly one second

Five to six seconds at all times

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

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

Increase speed to pass before they turn

Stop immediately in your lane

Move to the far left portion of your lane

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

Exactly 3 seconds

At least 12 seconds

At least 30 seconds

At least 5 seconds

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How must you NOT pass other vehicles?

By shoulder checking

By checking mirrors first

By signalling your intention

By using the shoulder of the road

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

Signal right

Brake hard to slow them down

Check your mirrors for traffic to the rear

Ignore vehicles behind you

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Why are intersections considered high-risk areas for collisions?

They have left, right, and straight-through traffic

They always have poor visibility

Motorcycles are banned from intersections

Traffic lights always fail there

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What must you never assume when approaching vehicles at intersections?

That pedestrians will wait

That your brakes will fail

That the other driver has seen you

That the light will stay green

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

Shoulder check to the right

Look down at your instruments

Look only in the right mirror

Shoulder check to the left

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

To make room for parked cars

To allow other vehicles to pass you

So you can see and be seen

To save fuel

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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.