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Bicyclists riding on a public roadway without a marked bicycle lane are legally permitted to travel against the direction of traffic flow to better observe oncoming motor vehicles.

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False. Bicyclists must always ride in the direction of traffic flow, on the right side of the roadway.
On public roadways, bicyclists must always ride in the same direction as motor vehicle traffic. Operating a bicycle against traffic flow creates extreme hazards at intersections and private driveways because motorists entering or turning onto the street do not expect fast-moving vehicles approaching from the wrong direction.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the legal operational classification of bicycles on public streets.
Bicycles are governed by the same standard rules of the road as motor vehicles.
Traffic laws treat non-motorized vehicles as traffic flow participants bound by standard directional rules.
2
Determine the mandatory direction of travel for bicyclists.
Bicyclists must travel in the same direction as motorized traffic.
Riding with traffic ensures predictable interaction at intersections, crosswalks, and driveway entrances.

Key Concept

Directional Traffic Flow Requirements for Bicycles
Estimated Time:45s
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