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Answers to Bike Quiz

1. True. In 2001, there were 60 bicycle fatalities — 36 % age 19 and under, and 64% over 19. Lower helmet use among adults is a key factor.

2. False. Even child cyclists must obey the same rules of the road as adult drivers.

3. True. Ninety per cent of all cyclist fatalities are not wearing a helmet.

4. False. But 90 per cent of cyclist deaths do involve motor vehicles.

5. True. You should be able to straddle the bike with both feet on the ground.

6. True. Don't let young children ride in dark or dusk conditions.

 


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