Sharing the roadQuestion 251 of 328

Why should you not follow a cyclist closely?

  1. Bicycles stop very slowly
  2. Bicycles cannot turn
  3. Bicycles show no light when they slow down
  4. Bicycles have loud bells
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Correct answer: Bicycles show no light when they slow down

You get no light warning when a cyclist slows. Keep a good gap.

Source: The Official MTO Driver's Handbook (Ontario Ministry of Transportation), Sharing the road with other road users, Sharing the road with cyclists

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026