ipmba test exam with complete
solutions
what are some reasons for using mountain bikes for public safety? -ANSwider rims
wider tires absorb more
roll over obstacles easier
wide range of gearing
riding position: -ANShelp prevent arm fatigue
allows freer breathing
enhances observational capacity
true or false: pedal retention is mandatory safety equipment -ANStrue
what is good spin? -ANS75-100 rpms
what is most common kickstand for police mountain bikes? -ANSrear mount
a benefit to high tech fabric? -ANSwicks moisture away from body
personal protective equipment (PPE) -ANShigh tech bike
properly fitted helmet
shatter resistant eyewear
pedal retention
what is important when it comes to helmet care? -ANSreplace helmet after crash or fall
even if no visible damage
what is true about duty belt placement? -ANSremain consistency with holster placement
dangers of wrong way driving? -ANSincrease likelihood of motorist crash
prevent cyclist from seeing sign
removes cyclist from normal scanning
what is the lane positioning principle? -ANScyclist should ride in the right most lane that
goes in their direction
purpose of the far right as practicable law? -ANSto facilitate safe passing
exceptions to the stay right requirement? -ANSwhen making to prepare left turn
operating on 1 way street
passing stopped or slow vehicle
avoiding peds or hazard
solutions
what are some reasons for using mountain bikes for public safety? -ANSwider rims
wider tires absorb more
roll over obstacles easier
wide range of gearing
riding position: -ANShelp prevent arm fatigue
allows freer breathing
enhances observational capacity
true or false: pedal retention is mandatory safety equipment -ANStrue
what is good spin? -ANS75-100 rpms
what is most common kickstand for police mountain bikes? -ANSrear mount
a benefit to high tech fabric? -ANSwicks moisture away from body
personal protective equipment (PPE) -ANShigh tech bike
properly fitted helmet
shatter resistant eyewear
pedal retention
what is important when it comes to helmet care? -ANSreplace helmet after crash or fall
even if no visible damage
what is true about duty belt placement? -ANSremain consistency with holster placement
dangers of wrong way driving? -ANSincrease likelihood of motorist crash
prevent cyclist from seeing sign
removes cyclist from normal scanning
what is the lane positioning principle? -ANScyclist should ride in the right most lane that
goes in their direction
purpose of the far right as practicable law? -ANSto facilitate safe passing
exceptions to the stay right requirement? -ANSwhen making to prepare left turn
operating on 1 way street
passing stopped or slow vehicle
avoiding peds or hazard
