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You are driving on a narrow two-lane road behind a bicyclist and intend to pass, but you see an oncoming vehicle approaching from the opposite direction. Which of the following is the correct action to take?

  1. Slow down and wait behind the bicyclist until oncoming traffic clears before passing with safe clearance.Answer
  2. B
    Increase your speed to squeeze past the bicyclist before the oncoming vehicle arrives.
  3. C
    Sound your horn repeatedly to order the bicyclist to pull off onto the sidewalk.
  4. D
    Overtake the bicyclist immediately by steering onto the unpaved shoulder on the right.

Answer

Slow down and wait behind the bicyclist until oncoming traffic clears before passing with safe clearance.
When passing a bicyclist, drivers must ensure there is enough clear distance from oncoming traffic to pass safely. If oncoming traffic is present, the driver must reduce speed and wait behind the bicyclist until the opposite lane is clear.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Assess traffic conditions ahead
Identify that oncoming traffic prevents a safe lane change or passing margin.
Overtaking requires sufficient clear space to avoid colliding with either the bicyclist or oncoming vehicles.
2
Adjust speed and maintain a safe following distance
Slow down and trail the bicyclist at a safe distance until oncoming traffic passes.
Bicyclists share the road and must be given full safety considerations as legal traffic participants.
3
Execute the pass safely once clear
Pass the bicyclist while allowing required clearance distance.
Ensures safety for both the motorist and the vulnerable road user.

Key Concept

Sharing the Road: Safe Overtaking of Bicycles
Estimated Time:45s
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