Final answer:
To pass a vehicle on the left safely, you should ride in the left portion of the lane, providing maximum visibility and a safety buffer.
Step-by-step explanation:
When preparing to pass a vehicle on the left, it is generally advised that you ride in the left portion of the lane.
This maximizes your visibility to the driver you are passing and provides a buffer from potential hazards on the right side. This concept can be illustrated through various scenarios:
- While standing on a sidewalk facing the road and observing a bicyclist, if the bicyclist is moving toward your right, in the frame of reference of the bicyclist, you appear to be moving to their left.
- If a car is traveling in the lane furthest from an animal, the animal needs to ensure safety before attempting to cross. Being in the left portion allows a better assessment of such situations.
- When Jerry was leading Night on the right-hand side of the trail and the racer moved to the left side, this indicates a strategic positioning similar to lane changing in driving.