Motorcycle · Lane position
Which part of the lane is the safest place for a motorcycle to ride?
Correct answer: It changes from one situation to the next.
Answer options
- AThe right portion, in every situation
- BThe left portion, in every situation
- CIt changes from one situation to the next Correct
Why
No one lane position is best in every case. Keep choosing the spot where you can see and be seen, hold a cushion of space, and stay clear of hazards like debris or oily pavement; that spot shifts as conditions change.
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Topic: Lane position License: Motorcycle
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Where it applies: Asked in every state.
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