Sharing the Road — Florida Practice Questions

35 questions in this content area. 7 are published in full below with worked explanations.

1. At an intersection, a cyclist has not signaled. What should you assume?

AThat the cyclist is turning right.
That the cyclist is going straight.
CThat the cyclist will stop.

Why B is correct

Assume bicyclists are traveling straight unless they signal otherwise, and yield to them as to any vehicle.

2. May a cyclist wear earbuds in both ears while riding on a Florida road?

AYes, at low volume.
No. Headphones or earbuds in both ears are not allowed.
CYes, during daylight, when traffic can see them clearly.

Why B is correct

Bicyclists must not wear headphones or earbuds in both ears while riding on the roadway.

3. May you share a lane with a motorcycle in Florida?

No; the motorcyclist is entitled to the entire lane.
BYes, if the lane is wide.
CYes, in slow traffic.

Why A is correct

You must not attempt to share a lane with a motorcycle. The motorcyclist is entitled to the entire lane.

4. On which streets may a low-speed vehicle be driven?

Streets with a posted limit of 35 mph or less.
BAny street except interstates.
COnly private roads and gated communities.

Why A is correct

Low-speed vehicles may only be operated on streets with a posted limit of 35 mph or less, by a licensed driver, registered and insured.

5. When may a car cross a bike lane?

AWhenever traffic in the car lane is slow.
BTo park temporarily for loading, with hazard lights on.
When turning at an intersection and no cyclist is in the bike lane.

Why C is correct

Motor vehicles may not drive in bike lanes. They may cross them when turning at intersections, but only when no cyclists are present.

6. Which bicyclists must wear a helmet under Florida law?

AAll riders under 21.
BOnly riders on roads posted over 35 mph, at any age.
All riders and passengers under 16.

Why C is correct

All bicyclists and passengers under 16 must wear helmets that meet federal safety standards.

7. Why should you avoid passing a truck on a downgrade?

AIt is required to stop at the bottom.
BTrucks may not legally be passed on any hill or grade.
Its weight and momentum make it speed up.

Why C is correct

Avoid passing a CMV on a downgrade; its weight and momentum cause it to increase speed.

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28 more Sharing questions

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A 15-year-old wants to drive a golf cart on a public road designated for golf carts. What must they have?
A bicycle’s brakes must stop it within what distance from 10 mph?
A cyclist rides on the sidewalk. Who must yield?
A truck ahead swings left before making a right turn. What should you avoid?
A truck is backing into a loading dock across the road. What should you do?
After passing a truck, when may you move back in front of it?
Between sunset and sunrise, what front light must a bicycle have?
How much clearance must you give a bicyclist when passing in Florida?
May a cyclist ride in the middle of a travel lane, below the speed of traffic, in Florida?
May you share a lane with a motorcycle?
On a regular road, how many cyclists may ride side by side?
Outside cities and towns, how close may a truck follow another truck (except when passing)?
Unless local government allows otherwise, when may a golf cart be driven on a designated road?
What do “sharrow” markings in a lane tell you?
What following distance should you keep behind a motorcycle?
What is a truck’s “No Zone”?
What is the top speed range of a low-speed vehicle (LSV)?
What license do you need to ride a moped in Florida?
What should you check before opening your car door on a street?
When may a farm vehicle with a slow-moving vehicle sign use a public highway?
When may a Florida motorcyclist ride without a helmet?
When may a golf cart be driven on a sidewalk in Florida?
When may a golf cart cross a state road?
Which vehicles must display the slow moving vehicle sign on the rear in Florida?
Why can it be hard to judge a motorcycle’s speed and distance?
Why might a motorcycle slow down without its brake light coming on?
You are stopped behind a truck on an upgrade. What should you do?
You must cross a bike lane to turn right and a cyclist is coming. What do you do?

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