12 Questions
Which of the following statements is true about bike lanes with solid lines?
Drivers should yield to bikes before crossing into them to turn or park
What is the purpose of a buffered bike lane?
To restrict the lane to bicycle traffic, except when motorists need to turn, enter, or leave the roadway
If you see a bike symbol on the road that is not in a designated bike lane, what does it indicate?
It highlights a designated bike route, but drivers can still use that lane
What is the primary purpose of a bicycle lane?
To provide a portion of the street reserved for bicyclists
Which of the following statements about bike lanes is true?
Bicyclists should always travel in the same direction as traffic when using a bike lane, unless pavement markings indicate otherwise
What do pavement markings in a bike lane typically include?
Bike symbols and arrows indicating the direction of travel
When making a right turn, what must drivers do in relation to bike lanes?
Yield to any bicycle traffic and merge into the bike lane before turning
What is the purpose of dashed white lines in a bike lane approaching an intersection or bus stop?
To indicate a shared space between through bicyclists and turning motorists
Which statement about bicyclists and bike lanes in Minnesota is true?
Bicyclists are not required to ride in the bike lane
What is the purpose of green bike lanes?
To highlight locations where motorists merge across or turn across bike lanes
How do advisory bike lanes differ from regular bike lanes?
They are used on low-volume, narrow streets and allow motorists to enter when needed
What is the purpose of the buffer area in a buffered bike lane?
To provide extra room for bicyclists and increase safety from adjacent traffic
Learn about the requirements and guidelines set by the Minnesota Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) for bike lanes and road markings in the state. Explore the different types of bike lanes, their meanings, and how drivers should interact with them.
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