Maine permit test: sharing the road
Pedestrians, bicyclists, motorcyclists, trucks, buses and slow vehicles. 7 questions.
How much space does Maine law require between your vehicle and a bicyclist when you pass?
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Sample sharing the road questions
How much space does Maine law require between your vehicle and a bicyclist when you pass?
- A At least one foot
- B At least two feet
- C At least three feet
- D At least half a lane width
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C. At least three feet
Maine law requires at least three feet between the right side of your vehicle and a bicyclist as you pass. Slow down and give even more room when you can.
How should you share a lane with a motorcycle?
- A Share it if the motorcycle stays to one side of it
- B Share it on multi-lane roads only
- C Don't share it; give the motorcycle a full lane
- D Share it when traffic is heavy
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C. Don't share it; give the motorcycle a full lane
Give motorcycles a full lane and never try to share it. Riders move within the lane to see, be seen and avoid hazards.
Where is a large truck's biggest blind spot?
- A Along the right side, behind the cab
- B Directly in front of the bumper
- C Along the left side next to the driver
- D On the roof above the cab
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A. Along the right side, behind the cab
A truck's largest blind spot is on the right side, starting behind the cab and running the length of the truck. If you can't see the driver's face in the side mirror, the driver can't see you.
You are following a truck. How can you tell if you are too close?
- A You can't see the truck's side mirrors
- B You can read the truck's license plate
- C You hear the truck's engine
- D The truck's brake lights are on
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A. You can't see the truck's side mirrors
If you cannot see a large vehicle's mirrors, you are too close and in the driver's blind spot. Following too closely also blocks your view of the road ahead.