When should you use the right-hand lane of a three-lane dual carriageway?
- A When you're overtaking only
- B When you're overtaking or turning right
- C When you're using cruise control
- D When you're turning right only
Why this is the answer
You should normally use the left-hand lane on any dual carriageway unless you're overtaking or turning right. When overtaking on a dual carriageway, look for vehicles ahead that are turning right. They may be slowing or stopped. You need to see them in good time so that you can take appropriate action.
Why the other answers don't fit
- A
- When you're overtaking only — True as far as it goes, but a dual carriageway has right turns, which a motorway does not.
- C
- When you're using cruise control — Cruise control is not a reason to sit in any particular lane.
- D
- When you're turning right only — Overtaking is the other legitimate reason for being there.
Where this comes from
- Driving: the essential skills — section 11
- The Highway Code — rule 137–138
Rule numbers link to The Highway Code on gov.uk.
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