If a child is riding a bike alongside the road, you should

• A. Slow down and yield the right of way
• B. Honk to warn them and pass quickly
• C. Speed up to pass quickly
• D. Move into the oncoming lane to avoid them

Answer: (A)

Sharing the road with bicyclists, especially children, requires patience and space. When you encounter a child on a bike, slow down and yield the right of way to them to reduce the risk of a collision. Honking can startle the rider and doesn’t create safe space, while speeding up or moving into the oncoming lane increases danger for everyone. If you must pass, give at least three feet of clearance and only do so when there’s a safe gap and it’s legal to pass. This approach keeps vulnerable road users safer and aligns with responsible driving.