Maine: Additional following-gap and group decisions

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1. You are checking your following gap using a fixed roadside marker. When should you begin counting?
When your front wheel passes the marker.When you first notice the marker in the distance.When the vehicle ahead disappears from view.When the rear of the vehicle ahead passes the marker.
2. Who should generally serve as the lead and last, or sweep, riders?
Whoever wants to compete for the fastest trip time.Riders unfamiliar with the route who prefer not to plan.Experienced riders who can support the group’s safe organization.The least experienced riders so others cannot watch them.

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You are checking your following gap using a fixed roadside marker. When should you begin counting?
Correct answer: When the rear of the vehicle ahead passes the marker.
Time the interval from the leading vehicle passing a fixed point until you reach it. Increase the space for limited visibility, traffic conflicts or reduced traction; no single interval fits every situation.
Source: Maryland Motorcycle Operator Manual, DL-001 (10/12), publicly hosted mirror; PDF page 20, printed page 11; Following Another Vehicle. General riding guidance; current state laws are cited separately. ↗
Who should generally serve as the lead and last, or sweep, riders?
Correct answer: Experienced riders who can support the group’s safe organization.
Experienced riders can monitor conditions, communicate changes and help keep the group organized. The sweep role also helps identify riders falling behind.
Source: Motorcycle Safety Foundation, Motorcycle Operator Manual, 18th edition; PDF page 38, printed page 37; Plan, continued from printed page 36. ↗

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