Use your mirrors and shoulder check whenever you plan to
- change lanes or lane position.
- turn.
- pull out from or pull over to the side of the road.
- All of the above ✓
Answer: D. All of the above
Use your mirrors and shoulder check whenever you plan to change lanes or lane position, turn, or pull out from or pull over to the side of the road, so all of the listed situations apply.
Why this is the answer
The learn-to-ride section says to use a mirror and a shoulder check whenever you plan to leave the side of the road, pull over, change lanes, shift your lane position, or turn. Another passage explains that blind spots sit beside and behind a motorcycle, so a shoulder check makes sure the space you want to move into is clear. Since the listed actions all involve changing where you are or where you are heading, the handbook's rule covers every choice listed.
Why the other answers are wrong
- A. change lanes or lane position. — Changing lanes or lane position is only one of the listed situations; the handbook also asks for the check when turning and when pulling out from or over to the side.
- B. turn. — Turning is only one of the listed situations; the same check is required for lane changes, lane-position changes, and pulling out or over.
- C. pull out from or pull over to the side of the road. — Pulling out or pulling over is only one of the listed situations; the handbook also requires the check for lane changes, lane-position changes, and turns.
Remember it
Any time your path or place on the road changes, check the mirror and shoulder before you move.