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When you pass a bicyclist, what should you do?
- A.Squeeze past as closely as possible
- B.Honk continuously until you are past
- C.Slow down if needed and leave plenty of space as you pass
- D.Speed up and cut back in immediately
Correct answer
C. Slow down if needed and leave plenty of space as you pass
Why
Slow down if needed and leave plenty of space when passing a bicyclist. A cyclist can be affected by wind, road defects, and your vehicle's draft.
Manual topic: NY Driver's Manual (MV-21) - Chapter 11: Sharing the Road · From the New York Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (NYC-123).