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You are driving in slow-moving, queuing traffic in an urban area. Why is it particularly important to check your mirrors and blind spots before changing lanes or turning?

  1. Motorcyclists may be filtering through traffic and can be hidden in your blind spotsAnswer
  2. B
    Focusing only on the vehicle directly in front is sufficient to detect all hazards
  3. C
    Stationary vehicles at the kerbside are the only hazards you need to anticipate
  4. D
    Separation distances do not need adjustment when manoeuvring in wet weather

Answer

Motorcyclists may be filtering through traffic and can be hidden in your blind spots
In slow-moving or queuing traffic, motorcyclists often filter between lines of vehicles. Due to their small size and narrow profile, they can easily be obscured in vehicle blind spots or hidden by larger vehicles. Checking mirrors and blind spots before turning or changing lanes ensures you see any filtering riders in time.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Assess the driving scenario and traffic conditions
Identify slow-moving urban queues where two-wheeled vehicles commonly filter between lanes
Motorcyclists are legally permitted to filter and frequently do so in slow traffic
2
Apply the appropriate observation technique prior to manoeuvring
Check exterior mirrors and carry out shoulder checks into blind spots
Because of their narrow silhouette, motorcycles can easily be hidden in vehicle blind spots

Key Concept

Observation for filtering motorcyclists in queuing traffic
Estimated Time:45s
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