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Use this motorcycle practice test question to prepare for the real written exam at the DMV or during your motorcycle safety course.
The Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) recommends the SEE strategy to make safe judgements and handle risk. What does “SEE” stand for?
- Start, Envision, Execute.
- Slow, Evade, Escape.
- Search, Evaluate, Execute.
- Scan, Escape, Enter.
Find the answer to this question and an explanation below.
Answer
This topic may show up on your motorcycle permit test.
The answer is: C. Search, Evaluate, Execute.
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Explanation: SEE Strategy for Motorcyclists
In order to pass your motorcycle permit exams and to become a safe rider, it’s important to know why a particular answer on the motorcycle written test is correct.
The “SEE” strategy is a risk management tool that can help riders stay aware of what is going on around them, plan the best course of action, and take the necessary actions as they ride.
SEE is a 3-step process that stands for Search, Evaluate, and Execute.
As you ride, you’ll be constantly running through the process as new hazards present themselves.
In the search stage, you’ll need to be identifying potential hazards and risks that you are approaching.
In the evaluate stage, you’ll need to prioritize the risks that you see. You’ll want to avoid hazards in order of severity and proximity.
In this stage, you’ll also need to decide which options you have for handling each risk.
Finally, in the execution stage, you’ll need to execute the decisions you’ve made with smoothness and precision.
Possible courses of actions to deal with potential risk may include:
- Getting the attention of other drivers with your lights or horn.
- Adjusting your speed.
- Adjusting your position.
You can find more information about this topic in the motorcycle rider’s handbook.
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Plus, check out an overview of the requirements to get a motorcycle endorsement in each state.