You have to arrive on time for an appointment. How should you plan for the journey?
- A Allow plenty of time for the trip
- B Plan to travel at busy times
- C Avoid roads with the national speed limit
- D Prevent other drivers from overtaking
Why this is the answer
Always allow plenty of time for your journey in case of unforeseen problems. Anything can happen; for example, punctures, breakdowns, road closures, diversions and delays. You'll feel less stressed and less inclined to take risks if you’re not ‘pushed for time’.
Why the other answers don't fit
- B
- Plan to travel at busy times — Busy times are exactly what you plan around.
- C
- Avoid roads with the national speed limit — Avoiding the faster roads usually makes the journey longer.
- D
- Prevent other drivers from overtaking — Blocking others does nothing for your arrival time and a great deal for the risk.
Where this comes from
- Driving: the essential skills — section 18
Rule numbers link to The Highway Code on gov.uk.
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