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Difficulty: MediumAwareness and Observation

While approaching a stationary bus at a designated bus stop in a busy commercial area, which TWO observation actions should you take to anticipate hidden hazards before passing? (Select TWO answers)

  1. Scan underneath and around the front of the bus for the feet or shadows of crossing pedestriansAnswer
  2. B
    Fixate your visual attention solely on the bus indicator lights to anticipate when it will pull out
  3. Check your mirrors and right-side blind spot before moving out to overtakeAnswer
  4. D
    Assume oncoming drivers flashing their headlights are giving you priority to pass the obstruction

Answer

Scan underneath and around the front of the bus for crossing pedestrians, and check mirrors and right-side blind spot before moving out.
When passing a stationary bus, effective observation involves actively scanning for pedestrians who may emerge from in front of the vehicle (such as looking for feet or shadows underneath) and conducting full mirror and blind-spot checks before moving out into the opposing lane to ensure no trailing road user is already overtaking.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Scan the perimeter and underneath the stationary vehicle
Early identification of vulnerable pedestrians stepping out into the carriageway
Large vehicles create substantial blind spots where pedestrians often cross without clear sightlines
2
Perform mirror checks and a right shoulder blind-spot check before moving out
Safe positioning without conflict with overtaking traffic or cyclists
Moving past an obstruction requires changing road position across the centre line, necessitating all-round observation

Key Concept

All-round observation routines and hazard anticipation around stationary visual obstructions
Estimated Time:1m 0s
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