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| the primary goal of the BRC |
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Definition
to provide an introduction to the fundamentals of safe, responsible motorcycling
provide the basic entry-level skills for a new rider to begin practicing and developing the mental and motor skills important to safe street operation. |
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| The BRC has approximately _ hours of classroom instruction and _ hours of on-motorcycle instruction. |
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Definition
5 hrs classroom
10 hours on-motorcycle |
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| What is provided to students for the classroom portion and how many training aids are used? |
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Definition
Rider handbook
11 training aids |
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| The Basic RiderCourse is part of a larger rider training and education system. List the 5 other components that complement BRC? |
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Definition
Street ridercourse
BRC2 skills practice course
Basic Bike-bonding RiderCourse
Ultimate Bike-bonding RiderCourse
Advanced RiderCourse-Sportbike |
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Term
| If a participant is under the age of __, parental or guardian permission must be obtained in writing. |
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Definition
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the typical course would be _ paricipants in a classroom and _ participants on the range.
what is the maximum a singe ridercoach may supervise on a range?
What is the maximum students permitted on the range? |
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Definition
12classroom, 12 range
max 6 per coach
max 12 students on the range |
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Term
| How many classroom units and how many ridign exercises make up the BRC? |
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Definition
| 5 classroom units and 17 range exercises |
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Term
| The training motorcycle policy stipulates that bikes must meet 2 of 3 criteria. List all three. |
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Definition
1. engine displacement of 500cc or less
2. an unladen weight of 400 pounds or less
3. a seat height of 30" or less |
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Term
| course completion requirements for BRC are: |
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Definition
passing knowledge and skills tests
attending all classroom and range sessions |
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Term
| The training motorcycle policy stipulates that bikes must meet 2 of 3 criteria. List all three. |
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Definition
1. engine displacement of 500cc or less
2. an unladen weight of 400 pounds or less
3. a seat height of 30" or less |
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Term
| RiderCoach rules of conduct include but ore not limited to: |
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Definition
| maintain a good riding and driving record |
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Term
| the purpose of RERP is to: |
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Definition
1. make the curricula for training motorcyclists.
2.provide training standards for ridercoaches.
3. provide course completion standards including tests.
4. provide system for loaner bikes.
5. provide toll-free number for referrals.
6. provide, technical, administrative, and promotional assistance.
7. provide completion cards
8. provide course insurance |
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Term
| What is the highest priority in the Basic RiderCourse? |
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Definition
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Term
| what PPE is required for on-motorcycle instruction? |
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Definition
1. helmet and eye protection
2. over-the-ankle footwear
3. long pants
4. long-sleeved shirt or jacket
5. full-fingered gloves |
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Term
| what are the length and width deminsions of a standard range? |
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Definition
| 220' x 120' + run-off area |
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Term
| approximately how many hours of classroom instruction is BRC? |
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Definition
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Term
| Level I instruction includes classroom units _ through _, and range exercises _ through _. Level I contains the foundational knowledge and skill required for entry-level motorcyclists. |
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Definition
| classroom units 1-3, range exercises 1-9 |
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Term
| Level II adds finesse and confidence to prepare riders for the street. It consists of classroom units _ and _ and range exercises _ through _. |
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Definition
| classroom units 4 and 5 and range exercises 10-17. |
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Term
| what schedule does MFS suggest for BRC? |
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Definition
| a 2 day schedule is suggested. |
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Term
| explain remedial coaching and when it should be conducted. |
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Definition
| It can be used to help participants who require more time or more individualized instruction. It can be accomplished between exercises, on breaks, or before/after scheduled range time. |
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Term
| what are the 5 classroom units and what is the suggested t9me for each? |
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Definition
1. Course introduction 10 min
2. Intro to Motorcycling 45 min
3. Preparing to ride 75 min
4. Street strategies 90 min
5. Wrap-up 30 min |
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Term
| list the day one range exercises in order. |
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Definition
day one:
1. Motorcycle familiarization
2. Using the friction zone
3. starting and stopping drill
4. Shifting and stopping
5. Adjusting speed and turning
6. Controls-skills practice
7. Cornering
8. Matching Gears to speed
9. Stopping Quickly |
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Term
| list the day 2range exercises in order. |
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Definition
day two:
10. Limited-space maneuvers
11. Pressing to initiate lean
12. cornering judgement
13. negotiating curves
14. stopping quickly in a curve
15. obstacles and lane changes
16. avoiding hazards
17. Skills practice
skills test |
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Term
| In using an adjusted range, what limits the number of riders? |
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Definition
| space available for safety and positive learning |
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Term
| why is Extended BRC offered and what is the student/instructor ratio? |
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Definition
| offered for novices requiring more individualized instruction at 3 students to 1 instructor ratio. |
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Term
| Does original BRC insurance apply to Formal Remedial Training? |
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Definition
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| What are some of the general safety principles inherent to BRC classroom and range instruction? |
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Definition
safe motorcycle operation is a mental, physical, and social task that requires specialized operational skills and behavior.
motorcycle crashes are usually caused by multiple factors
motorcyclists must be aware of the risk and how to reduce the risk
safe motorcycling requires a positive, safety conscious attitude |
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Term
| when is classroom refresher offered? |
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Definition
| for enrollees of BRC involved in a split schedule separated by several weeks |
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Term
| what are some of the adult learning principles? |
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Definition
learning is volutary
mutual respect is demanded
should be high challenge, low threat |
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Term
| classroom segments within each unit are generally divided into three steps. what are they? |
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Definition
1. set-up (stating the objective and making content meaningful)
2. generate (make learner-centered activities)
3. reinforce (use of training aids) |
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Term
| what is a content-centered question? |
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Definition
| a direct answer question such as What is FINE-C? |
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Term
| what is a learner-centered question? |
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Definition
| a question that requires thought process and can't be answered with yes/no. ex. What did you learn? |
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Term
| in the classroom, a RiderCoach must: |
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Definition
| demonstrate competance with a good motorcycle knowledge base, unserstand curriculum and unit content, be able to provide learner-centered instruction and manage group dynamics, be able to use mutimedia. |
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Term
| Basic ridercourse range instruction is _ and _. it follows the principles of motor skill development. |
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Definition
| sequential and developmental |
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Term
| the primary goal of a ridercoach in range management is: |
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Definition
| ensure a low-risk, positive learning environment |
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Term
| what are some of the principles of good range management? |
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Definition
- no rider should be allowed to begin an exercise without the preliminary knowledge and skill necessary to develop further skill
- if uncomfortable, a rider should not be made to participate in an exercise, but will not be allowed to continue.
- ridercoach positions should allow full-range visibility
-ridercoach positions on the cards are suggestions. |
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Term
| some guidelines for range exercises are: |
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Definition
- begin each exercise at a slow, novice pace, with speed increasing as skill develops
-ride demos at novice speeds
-riders should start out with both feet on the ground tominimize veering. |
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Term
| coaching on the range can take two basic forms. explain. |
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Definition
direct instruction such as stating an objective or explaining path of travel
indirect instruction such as providing a tip or giving a non-verbal cue. |
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Term
| how is non-verbal coaching conducted on the range and give some examples. |
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Definition
range signals
examples are neutral, start engine, shut down engine, |
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Term
| what is the 4-step process for coaching range exercises? |
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Definition
OACR
observe
analyze
coach
reinforce |
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Term
| are motor skills better learned naturally, or by reinforcement? |
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Definition
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Term
| what are the 2 functions of a demo ride? |
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Definition
shows path of travel
shows proper riding procedures and techniques |
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Term
| what principles should a RiderCoach keep in mind during riding demos? |
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Definition
ensure demo bike is ready
wear protective gear
ensure exercise is set-up properly
practice before class
demo at novice speeds
provide info so riders know path of travel and procedures
stress techiques during demo
repeat if necessary |
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Term
| what is the rationale of classroom unit 1? |
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Definition
| ensure initial contact is professional and sets tone for rest of course |
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Term
| when should all paperwork be conducted? |
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Definition
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Term
| what is the rationale of classroom unit 2? |
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Definition
| establish an awareness of fundamental safety concepts and information. |
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Term
| what is rationale of classroom unit 3? |
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Definition
| prepare participants for their initial experience of riding a motorcycle. |
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Term
| what is the rationale of classroom unit 4? |
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Definition
| have participants become aware of street strategies in becoming a safe, responsible motorcyclist. |
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Term
| what is the rationale of classroom unit 5? |
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Definition
| to bring the course to a successful completion. |
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Term
| what is a recommended passing score of the knowledge test? |
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Definition
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Term
| what is simulated practice? |
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Definition
| a technique that provides riders with an opportunity to experience a new skill or technique with the motorcycles engine off. |
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Term
| when does an exercise end? |
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Definition
| when its objective is fully met |
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Term
| why should a RiderCoach ask a learner-centered question during exercise debrief? |
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Definition
| to ensure riders understand the signifigance of the skills practiced and learned |
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Term
| defign and explain FINE-C. |
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Definition
start-up procedures
F - fuel valve
I - ignition
N - neutral
E - engine cut-off
C - choke/clutch |
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Term
| what is emphasised in exercise 2 (what is learned) |
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Definition
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Term
| explain power-walking and why it is used in exercise 3. |
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Definition
| power-walking is used so riders are not forced to lift their feet until they are comfortable. |
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Term
| in exercise 4, riders learn to do what? |
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Definition
shift gears
(to lesser extent, also merge or 'mix')
*they also stage for the first time |
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Term
| what is learned in exercise 5? explain how exercise 5 is set-up and conducted. |
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Definition
adjusting speed and turning is learned
the perimeter is used extensively at first, the riders are directed into weaves set at 20' and 30' on each side of the range. |
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Term
| what is the signifigance of the stop-n-go in exercise 6? |
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Definition
| riders slow without stopping, providing further feedback from break operation and throttle/clutch use. |
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Term
| For exercise 7, explain repeated split and what the coaches are doing. |
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Definition
| a repeated split is when only half the riders are in the exercise. the rest are in the staging area receiving coaching while observing. |
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Term
| what is learned in exercise 8? |
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Definition
matching gears to speed
(matching engine speed to road speed) |
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Term
| in exercise 9, stopping quickly, what changes from part 1 to part 2? |
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Definition
in part 1, riders stop at que cones.
in part 2, riders stop on signal |
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Term
| What is learned in exercise 10? |
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Definition
limited space maneuvering.
U-turns
S-turns
perimeter turns |
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Term
| what is learned in exercise 11 and what does this exercise have in common with exercise 7 concering how it is conducted? |
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Definition
pressing to initiate lean is learned to focus on the effects of counter steering.
a repeated split is used again as in ex.7 |
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Term
| in exercise 12, cornering judgement, what technique is stressed? |
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Definition
| slow, look,press, and roll |
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Term
| in exercise 13, negotiating curves, concerning the path of travel, what must be emphasized? |
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Definition
| outside-inside-outside path of travel |
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Term
| what is practised in exercise 14? |
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Definition
| stopping quickly in a curve |
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Term
| in exercise 15, what is taught? |
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Definition
| lane changes and crossing an obstacle |
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Term
| what is taught in exercise 16? |
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Definition
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Term
| what is the purpose of exercise 17? is a demo ride required? |
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Definition
skills practice
demo is not required |
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Term
| what are the 4 graded maneuvers in the skills test? |
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Definition
U-turns
collision avoidance
quick-stopping
cornering |
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Term
| where do most single-vehicle motorcycle crashes occur? |
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Definition
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Term
| successful skills test score is? |
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Definition
| less than 21 total points |
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Term
| what 2 actions garnerna re-run of the swerve in the skills test? |
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Definition
| inappropriate speed and anticipation |
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Term
| the quick-stop skill test utilizes a _ foot timing box. a re-run is allowed for _ and _. |
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Definition
20'
inappropriate speed and anticipation |
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