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Difficulty: EasyRoundabouts

At a roundabout, you notice a cyclist in the left-hand lane indicating right to continue around the junction. How should you respond?

  1. A
    Overtake them closely on the inside before they cross your path
  2. Give them plenty of room and allow them to complete their manoeuvreAnswer
  3. C
    Sound your horn to alert them that they are in the wrong lane
  4. D
    Flash your headlights to instruct them to exit immediately

Answer

Give the cyclist plenty of room and allow them to complete their manoeuvre.
According to Highway Code Rule 187, cyclists and horse riders may stay in the left-hand lane of a roundabout and signal right to show they are continuing around. Drivers should stay back, be patient, and give them plenty of room.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the vulnerable road user and their signalling intent.
Recognise that the cyclist is indicating right while riding in the left-hand lane.
Cyclists often travel in the outer lane of roundabouts to keep themselves safer from circulating traffic.
2
Apply Highway Code Rule 187 regarding roundabouts.
Maintain a safe following distance and do not attempt to squeeze past or intimidate the rider.
Drivers must give cyclists and horse riders extra time, space, and consideration when they navigate roundabouts.

Key Concept

Vulnerable road users, such as cyclists and horse riders, may remain in the left-hand lane while turning right at a roundabout for their own safety.
Estimated Time:45s
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