Why should you regularly scan for motorcycles?

• A. They are loud and easy to hear
• B. They travel faster than cars
• C. Their smaller size makes them hard to see
• D. They require less braking distance

Answer: (C)

Motorcycles are much smaller than cars, so they can be hard to spot in traffic and can hide in your blind spots. Because of that, you should regularly scan your surroundings—not just glance in your mirrors—before changing lanes, merging, or turning, so you can spot a bike early and give it space. Noise isn’t a reliable cue—many motorcycles can be quiet in traffic—so visual scanning is the key. Keeping an eye out helps prevent collisions with riders who might be hidden from view.