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What should you do when reversing with a trailer?

451. What should you do when reversing with a trailer?

Make large steering corrections as soon as it turns.
Watch only the trailer and ignore surrounding traffic.
Ask a guide to stand directly behind the trailer.
✓ Reverse slowly and make small steering corrections.

Trailers react quickly to steering while reversing. Move slowly, observe carefully, and use a guide only from a safe visible position.

Vehicle reversing with a trailer
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Where should you normally wait after a breakdown on a high-speed road?

452. Where should you normally wait after a breakdown on a high-speed road?

✓ Behind a safety barrier and well away from the vehicle and traffic.
On the verge beside the broken-down vehicle.
In front of the vehicle while facing approaching traffic.
Immediately behind the vehicle so you remain visible.

A stationary vehicle can be struck by passing traffic. Waiting behind a barrier provides better protection.

People waiting behind a safety barrier after a breakdown
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Which selector position is used to drive the vehicle backwards?

453. Which selector position is used to drive the vehicle backwards?

D (Drive).
P (Park).
N (Neutral).
✓ R (Reverse).

Select R (Reverse) when you need to drive the vehicle backwards. The vehicle should be stationary before selecting Reverse.

Automatic gear selector with P, R, N and D positions
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What should you do if illness affects your ability to drive safely?

454. What should you do if illness affects your ability to drive safely?

Drive slowly and avoid busy roads.
✓ Do not drive until you are fit to do so.
Open a window to help you stay alert.
Drive only if the journey is short.

Illness can reduce concentration, alertness, coordination, or reaction time. If you do not feel fit to drive safely, postpone the journey or use another form of transport.

Driver feeling unwell before a journey
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What should a motorcyclist do when approaching loose gravel?

455. What should a motorcyclist do when approaching loose gravel?

✓ Reduce speed before reaching it and use smooth controls.
Lean the motorcycle more than usual.
Turn suddenly to avoid every loose stone.
Brake hard while riding over it.

Loose gravel can significantly reduce tyre grip. Reduce speed before reaching it, keep the motorcycle as upright as practical, and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering while crossing the loose surface.

Motorcyclist approaching loose gravel
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

456. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Seat adjustment.
Steering-wheel adjustment.
Lumbar support.
Seat heating.

This control adjusts the position of the seat. Depending on the vehicle, it may move the seat forwards or backwards, raise or lower it, or change the backrest angle.

Control for adjusting the driver's seat
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How should cyclists cross railway or tram tracks?

457. How should cyclists cross railway or tram tracks?

Increase speed so the wheels cannot get caught.
Keep the wheels parallel with the rails while crossing.
Brake firmly while the front wheel is on the rail.
✓ Cross at a safe angle, as close to perpendicular as possible.

A bicycle wheel can become trapped in a rail groove. Crossing at a wider angle reduces this risk.

Cyclist crossing rails in the road
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What should you do if medicine makes you feel drowsy?

458. What should you do if medicine makes you feel drowsy?

Open a window to stay alert.
Drink coffee before driving.
✓ Do not drive until the effect has passed.
Drive slowly and avoid motorways.

If a medicine causes drowsiness, your concentration, judgement, and reaction time may be reduced. Do not drive until you are fit to do so and the effect has passed.

Drowsiness after taking medicine
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How can the parking brake help when moving off uphill?

459. How can the parking brake help when moving off uphill?

It increases engine power.
It releases the clutch.
✓ It can prevent the vehicle from rolling backwards.
It selects a lower gear automatically.

When moving off uphill, the parking brake can hold the vehicle stationary while you prepare to move. Release it smoothly once the clutch reaches the biting point and sufficient power is applied.

Parking-brake control during an uphill start
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Why should a seat belt not be twisted when worn?

460. Why should a seat belt not be twisted when worn?

A twisted belt makes the brakes less effective.
✓ A flat belt spreads collision forces more effectively.
A twisted belt can cause the buckle to open.
A twisted belt prevents the airbags from working.

A seat belt should lie flat against the body without twists. A twisted belt concentrates force over a smaller area and may provide less effective protection in a collision.

Twisted seat belt across an occupant's body
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Where should passengers wait after safely leaving a broken-down vehicle?

461. Where should passengers wait after safely leaving a broken-down vehicle?

Wait close beside the vehicle where drivers can see you.
✓ In a protected place well away from moving traffic.
Wait just behind the vehicle away from the traffic lane.
Wait in the traffic lane until help arrives.

Move passengers, children, and pets away from the carriageway. On high-speed roads, wait behind a safety barrier where possible.

Passengers moving away from a broken-down vehicle
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What should you do after stopping because of a breakdown?

462. What should you do after stopping because of a breakdown?

Leave the engine running and keep the vehicle in neutral.
Leave the parking brake off if the road is level.
✓ Apply the parking brake, switch off the engine, and use hazard lights.
Stand behind the vehicle to warn approaching traffic.

Secure the vehicle so that it cannot move and use the hazard warning lights to alert approaching traffic. Where required and safe, place a warning triangle to give additional warning.

Broken-down vehicle with hazard warning lights
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Why should you leave space when cycling beside parked cars?

463. Why should you leave space when cycling beside parked cars?

To make it easier for traffic to overtake you.
✓ A door may open suddenly.
To stay outside the marked parking area.
Because the road could be slippery beside parked cars.

A driver or passenger may open a door without seeing you. Leaving space reduces the risk of a dooring collision.

Cyclist riding beside parked cars
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Which selector position is used for normal forward driving?

464. Which selector position is used for normal forward driving?

R (Reverse).
P (Park).
✓ D (Drive).
N (Neutral).

Select D (Drive) for normal forward driving in a vehicle with an automatic transmission. The transmission then selects the appropriate gear automatically.

Automatic gear selector with P, R, N and D positions
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What should you normally do with the accelerator when changing to a higher gear?

465. What should you normally do with the accelerator when changing to a higher gear?

Press the brake pedal instead.
Keep it pressed at the same position.
Press it fully while pressing the clutch.
✓ Ease off it while pressing the clutch.

When changing to a higher gear, ease off the accelerator as you press the clutch and select the next gear. Release the clutch smoothly and then apply the accelerator progressively.

Changing to a higher gear in a manual vehicle
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What should you check before towing a trailer?

466. What should you check before towing a trailer?

Check the tyres only if the trailer has been unused.
Check the lights after you have started driving.
✓ The coupling, safety connections, lights, tyres, and load.
Check only that the trailer is securely coupled.

The trailer must be correctly connected and roadworthy. Its lights, tyres, safety connections, and load should all be checked.

Checking a trailer before towing
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Why should you avoid unnecessary lane changes in roadworks?

467. Why should you avoid unnecessary lane changes in roadworks?

Lane changes are safer when traffic is moving slowly.
Drivers should always use the lane with fewer vehicles.
Temporary lanes are designed for frequent lane changes.
✓ Narrow lanes and changing layouts increase the risk of collision.

Frequent lane changes create additional risk where space is limited and drivers are already adapting to temporary layouts.

Vehicles travelling through restricted roadworks lanes
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

468. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Rear window demister.
Air recirculation.
Automatic headlights.
✓ Windscreen wiper speed.

This symbol relates to the windscreen wipers. The control allows the driver to select an appropriate wiping mode or speed for the amount of rain and visibility conditions.

Windscreen-wiper control for adjusting wiping speed
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Should the legal alcohol limit be treated as a safe target?

469. Should the legal alcohol limit be treated as a safe target?

Yes, because impairment begins only above the limit.
✓ No, impairment can begin before the legal limit is reached.
Yes, when driving only a short distance.
Yes, if you know exactly how much you have drunk.

A legal limit is an enforcement threshold, not a recommended drinking level. Even a small amount of alcohol can affect driving performance.

Alcohol consumption and the limits of safe driving
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Who is responsible for staying safe when crossing the road?

470. Who is responsible for staying safe when crossing the road?

✓ Everyone using the road.
Only the road user without priority.
Only the person who creates the danger.
Only drivers when pedestrians have priority.

Road safety is a shared responsibility. Pedestrians, drivers, and cyclists all need to stay alert and follow the rules.

Pedestrians and traffic sharing a road crossing
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What should you do before driving if snow or ice covers your vehicle?

471. What should you do before driving if snow or ice covers your vehicle?

✓ Clear the windows, mirrors, lights, roof, and number plates.
Leave snow on the roof if it is firmly packed.
Clear only the windows and mirrors.
Clear only the areas needed for your immediate view.

You need a clear view in every direction. Snow or ice left on the roof can also fall or blow onto other road users.

Clearing snow and ice from a vehicle before driving
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What should you do when approaching stationary or slow-moving traffic on a motorway?

472. What should you do when approaching stationary or slow-moving traffic on a motorway?

Brake only when the vehicle ahead begins braking.
✓ Reduce speed early and be prepared to stop.
Maintain speed until you are close to the queue.
Follow the vehicle ahead closely to keep traffic moving.

Motorway queues can appear suddenly. Early braking gives following traffic more time to react.

Slow-moving traffic ahead on a motorway
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Why should you check your mirrors regularly while driving?

473. Why should you check your mirrors regularly while driving?

To see whether road signs behind you have changed.
To avoid having to check your blind spots.
To judge your speed from vehicles behind.
✓ To stay aware of traffic around you.

Regular mirror checks help you understand what is happening behind and beside your vehicle.

Driver checking traffic in a rear-view mirror
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What should you check before connecting an electric vehicle to a charger?

474. What should you check before connecting an electric vehicle to a charger?

That the vehicle's headlights are switched on.
That the charger provides its maximum power.
That the vehicle doors remain unlocked.
✓ That the connector and charging equipment are suitable for the vehicle.

Charging connectors and charging capabilities can vary between vehicles and charging stations. Use compatible charging equipment that is suitable for the vehicle and follow the vehicle and charger manufacturer's instructions.

Matching an electric vehicle's connector to suitable charging equipment
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What should you do with the clutch during emergency braking in a manual vehicle?

475. What should you do with the clutch during emergency braking in a manual vehicle?

✓ Press it fully while maintaining firm brake pressure.
Keep it partly pressed.
Release it suddenly.
Pump it repeatedly.

During emergency braking in a manual vehicle, maintain firm pressure on the brake and press the clutch pedal fully so the engine does not stall as the vehicle slows. Do not reduce braking pressure while operating the clutch.

Brake and clutch operation during an emergency stop
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Why should motorcyclists take extra care on wet road markings?

476. Why should motorcyclists take extra care on wet road markings?

They can increase the motorcycle's engine temperature.
They can cause the tyre pressure to rise suddenly.
They can prevent the indicators from working.
✓ They can provide less grip than the surrounding road.

Wet painted road markings can provide less grip than the surrounding road surface. Ride smoothly over them and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering that could cause the tyres to lose grip.

Motorcycle approaching wet painted road markings
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

477. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Brake-system warning.
✓ Electronic parking brake.
Automatic brake hold.
Cruise control.

This control operates the electronic parking brake. Pulling or pressing the switch applies or releases the parking brake, depending on the vehicle.

Electronic parking-brake switch and symbol
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

478. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Differential lock.
✓ Four-wheel-drive system.
Low tyre pressure.
Electronic stability control.

This symbol relates to the vehicle's four-wheel-drive system, which can transmit power to all four wheels. The exact symbol and operating modes vary between vehicles.

Four-wheel-drive system symbol on the dashboard
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

479. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Seat adjustment.
✓ Steering-wheel adjustment.
Exterior mirror adjustment.
Cruise control.

This control adjusts the position of the steering wheel. Depending on the vehicle, the steering wheel may be moved up or down and forwards or backwards to obtain a safe and comfortable driving position.

Control for adjusting the steering-wheel position
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

480. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Main beam.
Front fog lights.
Dipped headlights.
Sidelights.

This symbol indicates that the main beam headlights are switched on. Main beam illuminates the road farther ahead but can dazzle other road users, so it should be changed to dipped headlights when necessary.

Main-beam headlight symbol on the dashboard
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Does driving at the speed limit always mean your speed is safe?

481. Does driving at the speed limit always mean your speed is safe?

Yes, if the road ahead appears clear.
Yes, if your vehicle is in good condition.
Only when driving outside built-up areas.
✓ No, you may need to drive more slowly for the conditions.

A speed limit is a maximum permitted speed, not a target. You may need to drive more slowly because of traffic, poor visibility, weather, road conditions, pedestrians, cyclists, or other hazards.

Speed-limit sign and changing road conditions
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

482. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Lane-departure warning.
✓ Parking assistance.
Automatic emergency braking.
Adaptive cruise control.

This symbol relates to the vehicle's parking assistance system. Depending on the vehicle, the system may use sensors or cameras to detect obstacles and assist the driver while parking.

Parking-assistance symbol on the dashboard
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Why should you not use water on a fire involving live electrical equipment?

483. Why should you not use water on a fire involving live electrical equipment?

Water can cause the battery to charge more quickly.
Water prevents the power supply from switching off.
Water makes electrical cables harder to disconnect.
✓ Water can conduct electricity and create an electric-shock hazard.

Do not use water on a fire involving energised electrical equipment, because water can conduct electricity and create a serious electric-shock hazard. Keep clear, disconnect the power only if it is safe to do so, and call the emergency services. Use only a suitable fire extinguisher if it is safe and you know how to use it.

Fire involving live electrical equipment
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What should you do before reversing your vehicle?

484. What should you do before reversing your vehicle?

Check behind only after you start moving.
Rely on the reversing camera if one is fitted.
✓ Check all around and make sure it is safe.
Check the mirrors and reverse if they appear clear.

Before reversing, check all around the vehicle, including blind spots, for pedestrians, cyclists, vehicles, and other hazards. Reverse slowly and keep checking as you move.

Vehicle preparing to reverse from a driveway
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Why must you take wider turns when towing a trailer?

485. Why must you take wider turns when towing a trailer?

The trailer always follows the same path as the towing vehicle.
✓ The trailer follows a tighter path than the towing vehicle.
Wide turns prevent the trailer from swaying.
Wider turns decrease tyre wear.

Trailer wheels cut closer to the inside of a turn. Allow enough clearance from kerbs, signs, pedestrians, and other vehicles.

Towing vehicle and trailer negotiating a turn
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What should you do if the accelerator becomes stuck while you are driving?

486. What should you do if the accelerator becomes stuck while you are driving?

Keep driving and wait for the accelerator to release.
Apply the parking brake sharply while moving.
✓ Select neutral, brake firmly, and steer to a safe stopping place.
Switch off the engine immediately before selecting neutral.

Selecting neutral disconnects engine power from the wheels. Brake firmly, maintain steering control, and switch off the engine after stopping safely.

Stuck accelerator pedal in a vehicle
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What should you do with the steering wheel after completing a turn?

487. What should you do with the steering wheel after completing a turn?

Hold it in the turned position.
Turn it quickly in the opposite direction.
✓ Guide it smoothly back towards the straight-ahead position.
Release it completely and let it spin freely.

After completing a turn, guide the steering wheel smoothly back towards the straight-ahead position while maintaining control. Do not allow the wheel to spin freely through your hands.

Guiding the steering wheel back after a turn
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What should you do if another road user makes a mistake?

488. What should you do if another road user makes a mistake?

Use your horn repeatedly to express your frustration.
Keep your course and expect them to correct their mistake.
✓ Stay calm and avoid creating more danger.
Immediately overtake them to get past the situation.

Road users can make mistakes. Staying calm and reacting safely helps prevent crashes.

Driver responding to another road user's mistake
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Who should always wear a seat belt?

489. Who should always wear a seat belt?

Only people in seats without airbags.
Only people in the front seats.
Only children and young passengers.
✓ Everyone in the vehicle.

Seat belts greatly reduce the risk of serious injury in a crash and should be worn by everyone in the vehicle.

Vehicle occupants wearing seat belts
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Why should you avoid overloading a trailer?

490. Why should you avoid overloading a trailer?

It improves braking on steep roads.
It reduces tyre wear on the towing vehicle.
✓ It can reduce stability and place excessive strain on the vehicle.
It makes the trailer easier to control.

Overloading can affect braking, steering, tyres, suspension, and trailer stability. Always remain within permitted limits. After loading, check that the load is secure and correctly distributed before starting your journey.

Loaded trailer and towing limits
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When should you select R (Reverse) in an automatic vehicle?

491. When should you select R (Reverse) in an automatic vehicle?

✓ After the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
While the vehicle is still moving forward slowly.
Whenever you want to reduce speed.
Before pressing the brake pedal.

Select R (Reverse) only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. Selecting Reverse while the vehicle is still moving forward can damage the transmission.

Selecting Reverse in a stationary automatic vehicle
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Where should you change a wheel after a puncture?

492. Where should you change a wheel after a puncture?

✓ On firm, level ground well away from moving traffic.
On soft ground if the jack appears stable.
Where the puncture occurred, as long as the hazard lights are on.
On a slight slope if the parking brake is applied.

The vehicle must be stable and protected from traffic. Apply the parking brake and follow the manufacturer's wheel-changing instructions.

Wheel change on firm ground away from traffic
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

493. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Hazard warning lights.
Brake warning.
Emergency braking.
Direction indicators.

This symbol indicates the hazard warning lights. When activated, all direction indicators flash simultaneously to warn other road users of a hazard or unusual situation.

Hazard warning light symbol on the dashboard
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Speed limits only apply when there is heavy traffic.

494. Speed limits only apply when there is heavy traffic.

✓ False.
True.

Speed limits apply at all times unless a different limit is clearly indicated.

Speed-limit sign beside a road
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What should you do if another driver behaves aggressively towards you?

495. What should you do if another driver behaves aggressively towards you?

Respond with your horn and gestures.
✓ Stay calm, avoid confrontation, and create more distance.
Stop beside them so you can discuss the problem.
Follow them closely to show your disapproval.

If another driver behaves aggressively, do not retaliate or become involved in a confrontation. Stay calm, increase the distance between you, and let the other vehicle move away when possible. If you feel threatened, go to a safe public place and seek appropriate assistance.

Driver facing aggressive behaviour from another road user
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What does AUTO on a windscreen-wiper control normally do?

496. What does AUTO on a windscreen-wiper control normally do?

✓ Operates the wipers automatically when rain is detected.
Sprays washer fluid automatically.
Runs the wipers continuously at maximum speed.
Operates only the rear wiper.

When AUTO is selected, a rain sensor can operate the windscreen wipers automatically and adjust their operation according to the amount of moisture detected on the windscreen.

AUTO setting on the windscreen-wiper control
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Which vehicles are especially vulnerable to strong crosswinds?

497. Which vehicles are especially vulnerable to strong crosswinds?

Electric vehicles.
✓ High-sided vehicles such as trucks, buses, and vans.
Low, heavily loaded vehicles.
Vehicles with full fuel tanks.

High-sided vehicles can be pushed sideways because of their large side area. Cyclists and motorcyclists can also be strongly affected by sudden gusts.

High-sided vehicle exposed to crosswinds
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

498. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Adaptive cruise control.
✓ Lane-departure warning.
Automatic emergency braking.
Electronic stability control.

This symbol relates to the lane-departure warning or lane-keeping system. The system monitors the vehicle's position within its lane and may warn the driver if the vehicle begins to leave the lane unintentionally.

Lane-departure warning symbol on the dashboard
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Why should you adjust your speed in bad weather?

499. Why should you adjust your speed in bad weather?

To keep the engine from overheating.
✓ Because visibility and grip may be reduced.
To prevent the tyres from losing air pressure.
To reduce fuel consumption.

Rain, snow, fog, and ice can reduce visibility and tyre grip. Lower speed gives you more time and distance to react and stop safely.

Vehicle travelling in poor weather
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Why should you leave extra space behind a vehicle carrying animals?

500. Why should you leave extra space behind a vehicle carrying animals?

Because these vehicles always have priority.
Because they must always travel in the centre of the road.
✓ Because it may move slowly or stop unexpectedly.
Because they cannot use brake lights.

Vehicles transporting animals may accelerate slowly, take bends carefully, or brake gently to protect their load.

Vehicle following an animal transporter
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