Safe drivingQuestion 226 of 235
Why do you leave extra space when you follow a motorcycle?
- A motorcycle stops slowly because it is light.
- A motorcycle rider must share your lane.
- A motorcycle always turns left.
- A motorcycle can stop very quickly.
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Correct answer: A motorcycle can stop very quickly.
A motorcycle can stop very quickly. Extra space gives you time to stop without a collision.
Source: Driver’s Guide: Cars and Light Trucks (Government of Alberta, Spring 2026), Motorcycles, page 101
Practice safe drivingQuestions last reviewed: 18 October 2026