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List the seven items to inspect before starting your snowmobile as outlined in “START-GO.”
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Accidents happen during starts when drivers aren’t prepared to of their snowmobile.
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If a snowmobile doesn’t move after it has been started, shut it off and check for a or seized brake.
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The position is a good position to help you avoid fatigue at low speeds. It provides some mobility to adjust your weight.
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The position should be used only when you need to see above obstructions ahead, such as when crossing roads.
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The position allows you to absorb shocks when traveling over uneven terrain.
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List four steps to ride uphill safely.
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When riding downhill, the greatest hazard is .
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To help you slow as you descend a hill, you should keep your engaged as you pump your brakes.
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When traversing a hill, you should lean .
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snow makes traversing a hill difficult.
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To gain more control while turning, it helps to a turn.
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When stopping, pull over to the extreme .
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When crossing a road, select a point that offers good in both directions.
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Site distance is the distance from which you can see and identify a .
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List the four steps involved in reacting to a sudden need to stop.
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Stopping Distance = + .
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Planning a group ride should include setting a safe and distance between machines.
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In a group ride, the least experienced or slowest riders should ride immediately behind the leader.
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Group riding requires good communication and .
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Hard packed snow drifts may conceal and .
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To stop on ice, you should to a stop.
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If you break through ice, you should not until you’re on solid ice.
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List two methods for freeing your snowmobile by yourself if you get stuck in the snow.
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When towing, use a that will prevent the sled from crashing into you if you stop suddenly.
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An overcast sky combined with snow covered ground creates a , which makes it hard to judge distances and changes in the terrain.
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Avoid avalanche terrain, which includes areas where a slope is steeper than .
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Passengers should remain on the snowmobile when crossing a road.
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Most nighttime snowmobile accidents involve collisions with .
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