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Difficulty: MediumStatic Hazards

While driving through an industrial area, you approach a row of high-sided parked lorries on the left that completely blocks your view of an upcoming side road. What should you do before continuing past the junction?

  1. A
    Accelerate past the parked lorries quickly to clear the obstructed area as fast as possible
  2. Reduce your speed, check your mirrors, and be prepared to stop if traffic emerges from the hidden junctionAnswer
  3. C
    Flash your headlights to warn emerging drivers that you are taking priority through the junction
  4. D
    Keep your normal driving speed and focus only on the tarmac directly ahead of your vehicle

Answer

Reduce your speed, check your mirrors, and be prepared to stop if traffic emerges from the hidden junction
High-sided stationary vehicles parked along the roadside act as static hazards by creating blind spots and concealing approaching traffic or pedestrians from junctions. The driver must reduce speed, monitor mirrors, and approach with caution, remaining ready to stop if someone pulls out unexpectedly.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the static hazard and the restricted visibility it causes ahead
Recognised that the high-sided parked lorries create a severe blind spot across the side road junction
Stationary tall vehicles prevent drivers from seeing traffic or pedestrians joining the main carriageway
2
Adjust vehicle speed and perform mirror observations in anticipation of emerging road users
The vehicle travels at a manageable speed with ample safety margins to stop smoothly
Defensive driving requires anticipating hidden dangers and being ready to stop if an emerging vehicle pulls out

Key Concept

Anticipating hidden hazards created by static roadside obstructions
Estimated Time:45s
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