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You are driving in slow-moving traffic on a multi-lane carriageway and intend to change lanes. Why should you perform a final check of your blind spot for motorcyclists?

  1. A
    Motorcyclists will always stay directly behind the vehicle in front in slow-moving traffic
  2. B
    Motorcyclists only present a hazard when overtaking stationary vehicles parked by the kerb
  3. Motorcyclists may be filtering through slow-moving traffic and can be hidden from mirror viewAnswer
  4. D
    Motorcyclists are required to sound their horn before entering another vehicle's blind spot

Answer

Motorcyclists may be filtering through slow-moving traffic and can be hidden from mirror view
In queuing or slow-moving traffic on multi-lane roads, motorcyclists frequently filter between lines of vehicles. Because motorcycles are narrow, they can easily disappear into a driver's blind spot and cannot always be seen in mirrors alone. A shoulder check ensures the space is clear before altering course.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Assess the traffic flow and the movement patterns of vulnerable road users in multi-lane traffic.
Identify that motorcyclists are permitted to filter between queues of slow-moving or stationary vehicles.
Filtering allows two-wheeled vehicles to make progress safely through congestion.
2
Evaluate the limitations of vehicle mirrors before undertaking a manoeuvre.
Recognise that a narrow motorcycle filtering between lanes can easily sit within the vehicle's blind spot.
A physical shoulder check confirms the blind area is clear before turning or crossing lane markings.

Key Concept

Motorcycle filtering and blind spot awareness during lane changes
Estimated Time:45s
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