Right of Way & Intersections — Alaska

Alaska motorcycle permit practice test: 339 free practice questions (Based on the official driver handbook). The official format is not yet verified; check the official site before your test. Right of Way & Intersections: 3 questions. Updated 2026-10-18

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Topic	Right of Way & Intersections
License test	Alaska Motorcycle permit test
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Questions (3)

1. Of the crashes involving both a motorcycle and a car, how many are caused by the driver failing to properly yield the right-of-way to the rider?

About 10 percent
About 25 percent
Over 50 percent ✓
About 90 percent

Answer: C. Over 50 percent

Over 50 percent of motorcycle/car crashes are caused by drivers failing to yield the right-of-way to the rider. The manual says that at intersections, where traffic can cross your path, more than half of motorcycle/car crashes come from drivers who violate the rider's right-of-way. That is the same idea as failing to yield to the rider. So the share is a majority, which matches "Over 50 percent." The manual also points to left-turning cars and cars pulling out from side streets as major dangers, which fits its warning that riders should not assume others will see them or yield.

Official handbook: MSF Motorcycle Operator Manual (18th ed.), p. 19

2. When approaching a blind intersection, you should:

Ride in the portion of the lane that will bring you into other drivers' fields of vision at the earliest possible moment. ✓
Always be in the left lane to be the farthest from oncoming traffic.
Slowly sneak up to the intersection.
Weave slightly in your lane so your headlight has a better chance of being spotted.

Answer: A. Ride in the portion of the lane that will bring you into other drivers' fields of vision at the earliest possible moment.

When approaching a blind intersection, ride in the portion of the lane that brings you into other drivers' fields of vision as early as possible. The manual says to move to the lane position that puts you in another driver's view as soon as possible. It shows a rider moving to the left part of the lane, away from a parked car, so a driver on the cross street can see him sooner. The stated goal is to see as much as possible and stay visible while protecting your space. If there is a stop sign or stop line, stop there first, then edge forward and stop again just short of where cross traffic crosses your path.

Official handbook: MSF Motorcycle Operator Manual (18th ed.), p. 5

3. How can you increase your ability to be seen at an intersection?

Try to make eye contact with other drivers.
Make sure you always ride using your headlight. ✓
Wave your arms.
Ride closely to vehicles in front of you.

Answer: B. Make sure you always ride using your headlight.

Ride with your headlight on so other drivers can see you at intersections. The manual's advice for being seen at intersections starts with keeping your headlight on, and then adds choosing a lane position that gives you the best view of oncoming traffic and the most visibility to drivers who might cross your path. It also tells you to keep a space cushion so you have an escape route. The headlight is the basic step the manual names first, which is why keeping it on is the right choice here.

Official handbook: MSF Motorcycle Operator Manual (18th ed.), p. 5

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Updated: 2026-10-18 · Based on the official driver handbook