Question

Three motorcyclists are riding as a group on a 4 lane road (2 lanes in each direction). Motorcyclist A is leading in front in the right lane directly in front of a car, B is behind A in the passing lane directly to the left of the car, and C is behind the car in the right hand lane. Motorcyclist B is currently trying to pass the car and join Motorcyclist A in front of the car. Should he:

a) Complete the pass in front of rider A
b) Return to the lane and ride next to rider A
c) Return to the right portion of the lane behind rider A
d) None of the above

Answer 1

Motorcyclist B should either complete the pass in front of rider A if space and safety allow, or fall back behind rider A if the pass cannot be made safely.

Step-by-step explanation:

The question asks for the correct action Motorcyclist B should take while trying to pass a car on a multiple-lane road. Assuming that Motorcyclist B's goal is to pass the car safely while also regrouping with Motorcyclist A, the best option would be:

• Complete the pass in front of rider A: Motorcyclist B should complete the pass if there is enough room to safely merge in front of the car and rider A.
• Return to the lane and ride next to rider A: This would not be ideal as it may impede traffic flow or violate local traffic laws that prevent riding side by side in a single lane.
• Return to the right portion of the lane behind rider A: This is the safest option if there is not sufficient space to complete the pass in front of rider A.
• None of the above: This option is not relevant since the other choices cover the likely actions B can take.

In the context of the scenario provided and considering safety and traffic laws, the most appropriate action would be for Motorcyclist B to complete the pass if it can be done safely or to fall back behind rider A if not.