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Who normally has priority when you enter a motorway from an entry lane?

501. Who normally has priority when you enter a motorway from an entry lane?

The vehicle travelling at the higher speed.
✓ Traffic already travelling on the motorway.
Traffic entering from the entry lane.
The vehicle closest to the end of the entry lane.

You must adjust your speed and find a safe gap without forcing motorway traffic to brake or change direction.

Vehicle entering beside traffic already on a motorway
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Which signs may indicate that you are becoming too tired to drive safely?

502. Which signs may indicate that you are becoming too tired to drive safely?

✓ Yawning, heavy eyelids, and difficulty concentrating.
Feeling comfortable and relaxed.
Listening to quieter music.
Feeling hungry and slightly thirsty.

Warning signs of driver fatigue can include repeated yawning, heavy eyelids, difficulty concentrating, wandering thoughts, and trouble maintaining a steady road position. These signs mean you should stop and rest before continuing.

Driver showing signs of fatigue
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What should you normally do before starting an automatic vehicle?

503. What should you normally do before starting an automatic vehicle?

Select R and release the parking brake.
✓ Select P or N and press the brake pedal.
Select D and press the accelerator.
Leave the selector between two positions.

Before starting an automatic vehicle, make sure P (Park) or N (Neutral) is selected and press the brake pedal. Many automatic vehicles will only allow the engine to start when these conditions are met.

Gear selector and brake before starting an automatic vehicle
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What should you do if the windscreen wipers stop working during heavy rain?

504. What should you do if the windscreen wipers stop working during heavy rain?

Use the washer fluid repeatedly to clear the windscreen.
Follow another vehicle closely so you can see its lights.
✓ Reduce speed and stop in a safe place as soon as possible.
Continue slowly using the hazard lights.

Do not continue when you cannot see clearly. Slow down smoothly and stop somewhere protected from traffic.

Windscreen wipers failing during heavy rain
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What should you do if you are approaching an animal-drawn vehicle?

505. What should you do if you are approaching an animal-drawn vehicle?

Drive close behind until there is room to pass.
Overtake quickly before the animal changes direction.
✓ Slow down and pass carefully with plenty of space.
Sound your horn so the driver notices you.

Animals can be startled by noise or sudden movement. Reduce speed, keep distance, and pass only when it is safe.

Vehicle approaching an animal-drawn vehicle
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What should you do if your motorcycle helmet visor starts to fog?

506. What should you do if your motorcycle helmet visor starts to fog?

Close all helmet vents completely.
✓ Reduce speed and clear the visor safely.
Look around the side of the visor instead.
Keep riding at the same speed until it clears.

A fogged visor can seriously reduce your view of the road. Reduce speed and use the helmet's ventilation, demisting or anti-fog features where available. If you cannot restore a clear view safely, stop in a safe place before continuing.

Misted visor on a motorcycle helmet
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What is the best place to cross the road?

507. What is the best place to cross the road?

Between parked vehicles if traffic appears quiet.
✓ At a designated crossing.
At a junction without checking for turning traffic.
At the shortest point, even if visibility is limited.

Use a designated crossing whenever possible. It is usually the safest place to cross the road.

Designated crossing for pedestrians
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Why can swerving suddenly to avoid a small animal be dangerous?

508. Why can swerving suddenly to avoid a small animal be dangerous?

Small animals usually move away before you reach them.
Small animals have fast reaction times.
✓ You may lose control or collide with another road user.
The tyres can be damaged by sudden steering.

A sudden swerve can take you into another lane, off the road, or into nearby traffic.

Small animal in the road ahead of a vehicle
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What should you do if passengers are distracting you while driving?

509. What should you do if passengers are distracting you while driving?

Turn around briefly so you can speak to them.
✓ Ask them to stop and keep your attention on the road.
Ignore the traffic until the distraction has passed.
Continue the conversation while watching the road.

Passengers can reduce a driver's attention and concentration. If their behaviour becomes distracting, ask them to stop and keep your focus on driving. If necessary, stop somewhere safe before dealing with the situation.

Passengers distracting a driver
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What should you check before connecting an electric vehicle to a charger?

510. 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 connector and charging equipment are suitable for the vehicle.
That the charging cable is as long as possible.

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 does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

511. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Air conditioning.
Air recirculation.
Seat heating.
✓ Cabin temperature adjustment.

This control adjusts the temperature of the air supplied to the cabin. Turning it towards the blue side lowers the selected temperature, while turning it towards the red side raises it.

Control for adjusting the cabin temperature
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

512. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Engine-temperature warning.
Charging-system warning.
✓ Low engine oil level.
Low oil pressure.

This symbol indicates that the engine oil level is low. Check the oil level according to the manufacturer's instructions and add the correct oil if necessary.

Low oil-level warning symbol on the dashboard
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Rain can reduce tyre grip and increase stopping distance.

513. Rain can reduce tyre grip and increase stopping distance.

False.
✓ True.

Wet roads reduce traction, so your vehicle may need more distance to stop safely.

Vehicle travelling on a wet road
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What should cyclists do after a collision or hard fall?

514. What should cyclists do after a collision or hard fall?

Check only the bicycle and ignore minor injuries.
Test the bicycle by riding it before checking for damage.
✓ Check yourself and inspect the bicycle before riding again.
Continue if you feel fine and the bicycle looks normal.

A fall can damage the brakes, wheels, frame, handlebars, or helmet. Injuries may also not be immediately obvious.

Checking a bicycle after a fall or collision
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What should you do before overtaking another vehicle?

515. What should you do before overtaking another vehicle?

Move out first and check whether the road is clear.
✓ Make sure it is safe and allowed.
Overtake whenever the vehicle ahead is moving slowly.
Drive close behind before starting the overtake.

Before overtaking, check the road, mirrors, blind spots, signs, and markings, use your indicator, and only overtake when it is safe and permitted.

Vehicle preparing to overtake another vehicle
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What should you do if the power steering suddenly stops assisting you?

516. What should you do if the power steering suddenly stops assisting you?

Accelerate to make the steering easier.
✓ Hold the wheel firmly, use greater steering effort, and stop safely.
Keep driving normally if the vehicle still turns.
Switch off the engine while moving to reset the system.

The vehicle can normally still be steered, but much more effort may be required. Reduce speed and arrange an inspection.

Driver coping with a loss of power-steering assistance
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

517. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Rear fog lights.
✓ Exterior-light failure.
Engine-management warning.
Dipped headlights.

This symbol indicates a possible failure of an exterior vehicle light, such as a headlight, tail light, brake light or indicator. Check the vehicle's exterior lights and replace or repair any faulty light.

Exterior-light failure warning symbol on the dashboard
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Why should you avoid stopping in a blind spot of a large vehicle?

518. Why should you avoid stopping in a blind spot of a large vehicle?

The driver can always see you in the mirrors.
Large vehicles always have priority when changing lanes.
✓ The driver may not be able to see you.
Stopping beside a large vehicle makes you easier to see.

Large vehicles have bigger blind spots. If you stop where the driver cannot see you, you may be at risk when the vehicle moves or turns.

Vehicle positioned in a large vehicle's blind spot
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What should you do if another road user makes a mistake?

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

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

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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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

520. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Rear window demister.
Air conditioning.
Front windscreen demister.
Windscreen washer.

This symbol indicates the rear window demister. It heats the rear window to help clear condensation, mist or frost and improve visibility.

Rear-window demister symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do if a tyre has a deep cut, bulge, or exposed cords?

521. What should you do if a tyre has a deep cut, bulge, or exposed cords?

Drive slowly until the next scheduled service.
✓ Stop using the tyre and arrange professional inspection or replacement.
Increase the tyre pressure and continue driving.
Move the damaged tyre to another wheel position.

Cuts, bulges, and exposed cords can indicate serious structural damage. The tyre may fail suddenly and should not be used normally.

Damaged vehicle tyre requiring inspection
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Which pedal is used to slow down or stop the vehicle?

522. Which pedal is used to slow down or stop the vehicle?

The clutch pedal.
The accelerator pedal.
The footrest.
✓ The brake pedal.

The brake pedal is used to reduce the vehicle's speed or bring it to a stop. In a manual vehicle, it is the middle pedal.

Brake pedal in the driver's footwell
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What should you check before starting a motorcycle journey?

523. What should you check before starting a motorcycle journey?

Only the tyres if the journey is long.
✓ Tyres, brakes, lights, steering, and controls.
Nothing if the motorcycle was recently serviced.
Only the fuel level and mirrors.

Before riding, carry out a basic safety check. Check the tyres, brakes, lights, steering and controls, and inspect the drive chain, belt or other drive components where applicable. Finding a problem before setting off can prevent a breakdown or loss of control.

Checking a motorcycle before a journey
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Using indicators helps other road users understand your intentions.

524. Using indicators helps other road users understand your intentions.

✓ True.
False.

Indicators help communicate your intended direction and improve safety for everyone on the road.

Vehicle signalling its intended direction
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What is the purpose of a pedestrian crossing?

525. What is the purpose of a pedestrian crossing?

✓ To help pedestrians cross the road safely.
To provide a place where vehicles may stop temporarily.
To give pedestrians priority throughout the whole street.
To allow pedestrians to cross without checking traffic.

Pedestrian crossings provide a designated place where people can safely cross the road.

Pedestrian crossing across a road
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What should you do if traffic beyond a railway crossing is blocked?

526. What should you do if traffic beyond a railway crossing is blocked?

Stop on the tracks if no train is visible.
✓ Wait until there is enough space to clear the tracks completely.
Enter the crossing and wait for traffic to move.
Cross quickly before the warning signals activate.

Never enter a railway crossing unless you can clear the tracks completely. If traffic ahead is blocked, wait before the crossing so you cannot become trapped on the railway.

Congested traffic beyond a railway crossing
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What should you do if traffic stops inside a tunnel?

527. What should you do if traffic stops inside a tunnel?

Sound the horn continuously until traffic moves.
Make a U-turn and leave the tunnel.
Drive onto the pedestrian walkway.
✓ Stop at a safe distance and follow signals or instructions.

Remain calm, keep space from the vehicle ahead, and obey traffic signals, signs, or instructions from tunnel staff.

Traffic stopped inside a road tunnel
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What should you do when driving on icy roads?

528. What should you do when driving on icy roads?

✓ Drive slowly and avoid sudden braking, steering, or acceleration.
Follow the vehicle ahead more closely for guidance.
Use quick steering corrections if the vehicle starts to slide.
Maintain normal speed if the road appears clear.

Ice greatly reduces tyre grip. Drive gently, keep extra distance, and avoid sudden movements that could cause a skid.

Vehicle travelling on an icy road
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What should a motorcyclist do in strong crosswinds?

529. What should a motorcyclist do in strong crosswinds?

Accelerate to get through the windy area quickly.
Follow a large vehicle closely for protection from the wind.
✓ Reduce speed and be prepared for sudden gusts.
Make sudden steering movements whenever the wind changes.

Strong crosswinds can push a motorcycle sideways and sudden gusts can affect its stability. Reduce speed, keep a steady grip on the handlebars and allow extra space, especially on exposed roads, bridges, or when passing gaps and large vehicles.

Motorcyclist riding in strong crosswinds
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Why should you avoid parking a petrol or diesel vehicle on dry grass?

530. Why should you avoid parking a petrol or diesel vehicle on dry grass?

The grass could block the vehicle's ventilation system.
The tyres could lose pressure more quickly.
The engine could become difficult to restart.
✓ Hot exhaust components could ignite the vegetation.

Parts of the exhaust system, especially the catalytic converter, can become very hot while driving. Parking over dry grass, leaves, or other combustible vegetation can create a fire risk. Park on a suitable non-flammable surface whenever possible.

Vehicle exhaust close to dry grass
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When should you select R (Reverse) in an automatic vehicle?

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

✓ After the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
Whenever you want to reduce speed.
While the vehicle is still moving forward slowly.
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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Why should cyclists avoid riding in a large vehicle's blind spot?

532. Why should cyclists avoid riding in a large vehicle's blind spot?

Cyclists must always stay behind large vehicles.
Blind spots matter only when a vehicle is reversing.
The driver can always hear a cyclist beside the vehicle.
✓ The driver may not be able to see them.

Buses and trucks have large areas where the driver cannot see cyclists, especially beside the vehicle and near turns.

Cyclist in a large vehicle's blind spot
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What does the SET function of cruise control normally do?

533. What does the SET function of cruise control normally do?

Applies the brakes automatically.
Returns to a previously stored speed.
Switches cruise control off.
✓ Stores the current speed as the cruising speed.

The SET function normally stores the vehicle's current speed as the cruise-control speed. Use it only when the road, traffic, and driving conditions are suitable.

SET button for storing a cruising speed
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What should you do when a traffic light turns red?

534. What should you do when a traffic light turns red?

Continue if the junction appears clear.
Cross the stop line before stopping.
✓ Stop and wait until you may proceed.
Follow the vehicle ahead through the junction.

A red traffic light means you must stop before the stop line, pedestrian crossing, or intersection unless a sign or signal indicates otherwise.

Red traffic light at a junction
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What does AUTO on a windscreen-wiper control normally do?

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

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

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

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

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

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 a motorcyclist do when approaching loose gravel?

537. 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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Why should you never leave a child or pet alone in a parked vehicle on a warm day?

538. Why should you never leave a child or pet alone in a parked vehicle on a warm day?

✓ The interior can heat up quickly and cause serious heat illness.
The tyres may lose pressure while the vehicle is parked.
The vehicle battery may discharge more quickly.
The windows may become difficult to open.

The inside of a parked vehicle can heat up rapidly, even when the outside temperature does not feel extreme. Children and animals are particularly vulnerable to overheating and heatstroke. Leaving a window partly open does not make the vehicle safe.

Parked vehicle and the danger of interior heat
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

539. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Brake-pad wear warning.
Electronic stability control.
✓ Anti-lock braking system warning.
Low tyre pressure.

This symbol indicates a possible fault with the anti-lock braking system (ABS). Normal braking may still be available, but ABS may not operate during heavy braking, so the system should be checked.

Anti-lock braking system warning symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do if strong winds push your vehicle sideways?

540. What should you do if strong winds push your vehicle sideways?

✓ Keep calm and steer smoothly to maintain your lane.
Release the steering wheel briefly and let the vehicle settle.
Accelerate to make the vehicle more stable.
Brake hard immediately to stop the vehicle moving sideways.

Strong winds can push your vehicle off course, especially at higher speeds. Reduce speed and use smooth steering to stay in control.

Crosswind affecting a vehicle's road position
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How should the interior rear-view mirror be adjusted?

541. How should the interior rear-view mirror be adjusted?

To point towards the left door mirror.
To show the driver's face.
To show mainly the rear seats.
✓ To give a clear view through the rear window.

Adjust the interior rear-view mirror before driving so that you have a clear view through the rear window without needing to move your head significantly.

Adjusting the interior rear-view mirror
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It is safe to look at your phone briefly while driving.

542. It is safe to look at your phone briefly while driving.

✓ False.
True.

Using your phone while driving is distracting and dangerous, even for a very short moment.

Driver glancing at a phone while driving
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You should follow the vehicle in front as closely as possible in traffic.

543. You should follow the vehicle in front as closely as possible in traffic.

True.
✓ False.

You should keep a safe following distance so you have enough time to react if traffic slows or stops suddenly.

Vehicle following closely behind another vehicle
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Why should you avoid using an ordinary extension lead to charge an electric vehicle?

544. Why should you avoid using an ordinary extension lead to charge an electric vehicle?

It will always charge the vehicle too quickly.
✓ It may overheat because it is not designed for continuous high-power charging.
It can make the vehicle battery lose capacity immediately.
It prevents the vehicle from locking while charging.

An ordinary household extension lead may not be designed for the sustained electrical load required for EV charging and can overheat. Use suitable approved charging equipment and follow the vehicle and charging-equipment manufacturer's instructions.

Extension lead used for electric-vehicle charging
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

545. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

ABS fault.
✓ Parking brake applied.
Power-steering fault.
Brake pads worn.

This symbol indicates that the parking brake is applied. It should normally go out when the parking brake is fully released.

Parking-brake indicator symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do if an overtaking vehicle is coming toward you?

546. What should you do if an overtaking vehicle is coming toward you?

Move closer to the centre so the other driver notices you.
Accelerate to pass the danger point more quickly.
Brake sharply as soon as the vehicle enters your lane.
✓ Slow down and move slightly aside if safe.

If an oncoming vehicle creates danger while overtaking, reduce speed and make space if it is safe to do so. Avoid sudden movements that could create an additional hazard.

Oncoming vehicle overtaking into the driver's lane
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

547. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Interior lighting.
Dipped headlights.
Hazard warning lights.
Instrument-panel brightness.

This control operates the vehicle's interior lighting. Depending on the vehicle, the lights can be switched on manually or set to illuminate automatically when a door is opened.

Control for the vehicle's interior lighting
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How can air conditioning help demist the windows?

548. How can air conditioning help demist the windows?

By opening the windows automatically.
By heating the rear window directly.
By increasing air recirculation.
✓ By removing moisture from the air.

Using the air conditioning can help demist the windows because it removes moisture from the cabin air. Directing this drier air towards the windscreen can clear condensation more quickly.

Air-conditioning controls used to demist the windscreen
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What should you do when a road worker directs traffic?

549. What should you do when a road worker directs traffic?

✓ Follow the worker's signals and instructions.
Wait for a police officer to confirm the signal.
Follow the normal traffic signs instead.
Obey only if traffic has completely stopped.

Authorised road workers may control traffic through a work zone. Watch carefully and follow their directions.

Road worker directing traffic
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What is the main safety risk of aggressive driving?

550. What is the main safety risk of aggressive driving?

It may attract the attention of the police.
It can increase tyre and brake wear.
It can make the journey less comfortable.
✓ It increases the risk of crashes.

Aggressive driving, such as tailgating, speeding, or sudden lane changes, reduces safety margins and increases the risk of crashes and conflict with other road users.

Driver displaying aggressive behaviour in traffic
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