What does the term ‘blind spot’ mean?
- A An area covered by your right-hand mirror
- B An area not covered by your headlights
- C An area covered by your left-hand mirror
- D An area not visible to the driver
Why this is the answer
Modern vehicles provide the driver with a good view of both the road ahead and behind using well-positioned mirrors. However, the mirrors cannot see every angle of the scene behind and to the sides of the vehicle. It’s essential that you know when and how to check the vehicle's blind spots, so that you’re aware of any hidden hazards.
Why the other answers don't fit
- A
- An area covered by your right-hand mirror — Anything a mirror covers is, by definition, not a blind spot.
- B
- An area not covered by your headlights — That is simply darkness — blind spots exist in full daylight.
- C
- An area covered by your left-hand mirror — Again, covered by a mirror means you can already see it.
Where this comes from
- Driving: the essential skills — section 4
- The Highway Code — rule 159
Rule numbers link to The Highway Code on gov.uk.
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