Alabama permit test: sharing the road
Pedestrians, bicyclists, motorcyclists, trucks, buses and slow vehicles. 6 questions.
When passing a person on a bicycle, how much space does Alabama law require between your vehicle and the rider?
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Sample sharing the road questions
When passing a person on a bicycle, how much space does Alabama law require between your vehicle and the rider?
- A At least 1 foot
- B At least 2 feet
- C At least 3 feet
- D At least 6 feet
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C. At least 3 feet
Alabama law requires at least three feet between your vehicle and a person on a bicycle when you pass. At higher speeds your car's wind can also push a rider, so give even more room when you can.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual, page 26
In Alabama, which bicycle riders must wear a securely fastened helmet on public roads and paths?
- A Riders under 12
- B Riders under 16
- C Riders under 18
- D All riders, of any age
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B. Riders under 16
People on bicycles under 16 must wear a securely fastened protective helmet on public roads, rights-of-way, bicycle paths and in public parks. Helmets greatly reduce head injuries in falls and crashes.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual, page 26
Where does the Alabama manual say it is illegal for people on bicycles to ride?
- A On the sidewalk
- B In a marked bicycle lane
- C Two abreast in a traffic lane
- D In the full lane when it is narrow
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A. On the sidewalk
In Alabama it is illegal for people on bicycles to ride on the sidewalk. Cyclists ride with traffic, as far right as practicable, and must use a bicycle lane where one is available.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual, page 26
A motorcycle is riding near one side of a wide lane. May you move into that lane beside it?
- A Yes, if the lane is wide enough for both
- B No, the motorcycle is entitled to the full lane
- C Yes, if you stay on the opposite side of the lane from it
- D Yes, but only during daylight hours
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B. No, the motorcycle is entitled to the full lane
Motorcycles are entitled to the same full lane width as other vehicles. Never move into the same lane alongside a motorcycle, even if the lane is wide and the rider is far to one side.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual, page 28