You're waiting to turn right out of a minor road. It's clear to the left but a lorry is coming from the right. Why should you wait, even if you have enough time to turn?
- A Anything overtaking the lorry will be hidden from view
- B The lorry could suddenly speed up
- C The lorry might be slowing down
- D The load on the lorry might be unstable
Why this is the answer
Large vehicles can hide other vehicles that are overtaking – especially motorcycles. You need to be aware of the possibility of hidden vehicles and not assume that it's safe to turn.
Why the other answers don't fit
- B
- The lorry could suddenly speed up — It might, but what makes the turn dangerous is the part of the road you cannot see.
- C
- The lorry might be slowing down — A slowing lorry gives you more time, not less. The hidden overtaker is the danger.
- D
- The load on the lorry might be unstable — Possible, but it is not the reason for waiting.
Where this comes from
- Driving: the essential skills — section 8
- The Highway Code — rule 222
Rule numbers link to The Highway Code on gov.uk.
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