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How can your lane position help you avoid a car's blind spot?
- A.Ride exactly beside the car's rear door for a long time
- B.Position yourself so you can be seen in the driver's mirrors and avoid lingering beside a vehicle
- C.Ride on the lane line between two cars
- D.Follow directly behind the car's center so you are hidden
Correct answer
A. Ride exactly beside the car's rear door for a long time
Why
Choose a lane position where drivers can see you in their mirrors and avoid riding for an extended time in a blind spot. If you cannot see the driver's face in the mirror, the driver likely cannot see you.
Manual topic: NY Motorcycle Operator's Manual (MV-21MC) - Lane Position and Visibility · From the New York Motorcycle Permit practice bank (NYM-037).