You're about to drive home. What should you do if you feel very tired and have a severe headache?
- A Wait until you're fit and well before driving
- B Drive home, but take painkiller tablets
- C Drive home if you can stay awake for the journey
- D Wait for a short time, then drive home slowly
Why this is the answer
All your concentration should be on your driving; any pain you feel will distract you. Be safe and wait until you're fit before starting your journey.
Why the other answers don't fit
- B
- Drive home, but take painkiller tablets — Painkillers mask the headache and do nothing about the tiredness.
- C
- Drive home if you can stay awake for the journey — Staying awake by effort is not the same as being fit to drive.
- D
- Wait for a short time, then drive home slowly — A short wait and a slower speed do not make you well.
Where this comes from
- Driving Buses and Coaches — section 1
- Driving Goods Vehicles — section 1
Rule numbers link to The Highway Code on gov.uk.
Where this question comes from
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Asked in: Lorry & Bus (LGV/PCV)
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