Saskatchewan Class 6: Group riding

All 11 questions in this test

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1. Besides electric turn signals, what should a group leader use where possible?

   1. Hand signals
   2. Hazard lights only
   3. Headlight flashes only
   4. The horn

2. On a multi-lane road, what following distance is recommended for a group?

   1. Half a car length
   2. Exactly two seconds
   3. Three seconds or more
   4. One second

3. In a staggered group on an open highway, how far is the third rider behind the first?

   1. Four seconds
   2. Half a second
   3. One second
   4. Two seconds

4. Why should every rider in a group know the route before leaving?

   1. So nobody needs mirrors
   2. So the leader can ride faster than the speed limit
   3. So the group can ignore signs
   4. A separated rider will not rush to catch up

5. Two riders want to ride side by side in one lane. What does the handbook say?

   1. It is required for groups
   2. It is the safest way to ride on curves
   3. It is illegal everywhere in Canada
   4. It is permitted but not recommended

6. How can each rider help keep the group together?

   1. Watch the rider behind and slow if they fall back
   2. Follow the rider ahead within one second
   3. Speed up whenever there is a gap
   4. Pass slower riders in the group

7. How should a staggered group pass a slower car?

   1. On the right shoulder as a group
   2. The last rider first, then forward
   3. All riders together, side by side in the passing lane
   4. One rider at a time, when each can do it safely

8. In a staggered formation, which side of the lane does the leader use?

   1. The centre
   2. The left side
   3. Whichever side has less traffic
   4. The right side

9. Where should the least experienced rider in a group ride?

   1. Alone, a few minutes behind
   2. In front as the leader
   3. At the very back
   4. Right behind the leader

10. When should a staggered group switch to single file?

    1. In curves, turns, and entering or leaving a highway
    2. Never; staggered is always safest
    3. Only when the group is stopped at a red light or stop sign
    4. Only on gravel roads

11. A riding group grows beyond four or five motorcycles. What should it do?

    1. Use hazard lights for the whole trip
    2. Ask a car to lead the group
    3. Split into two or more smaller groups
    4. Ride two abreast to stay compact