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Difficulty: MediumPedestrian and Bicycle Signals and Markings

When waiting at a signal-controlled intersection equipped with painted bicycle detector pavement markings, a bicyclist should position their bicycle tires directly over the detector stencil to activate the traffic signal.

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True. Positioning a bicycle directly over the designated bicycle detector pavement marking ensures the intersection sensors detect the rider and cycle the traffic light to green.
The statement is true because bicycle detector pavement markings (typically a bicycle symbol with directional lines) designate the precise area on the pavement where traffic sensors are calibrated to detect bicycles. Aligning bicycle wheels directly over the stencil ensures the automated signal system detects the waiting cyclist.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the function of bicycle detector pavement markings at traffic intersections.
Recognize that these stencils mark the location of underground sensors designed to detect non-motorized traffic.
Because bicycles contain significantly less metal than motor vehicles, standard induction loops require precise vehicle alignment to detect them.
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Determine the proper rider action when approaching a signalized intersection with these markings.
Confirm that stopping directly on top of the stencil activates the signal controller.
Correct positioning over the sensor triggers the signal logic to grant a green light phase to the cyclist.

Key Concept

Bicycle Detector Pavement Markings and Signal Actuation
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