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Difficulty: MediumReversing and Turning

A driver travelling along a busy main road realises that they have missed their intended destination. According to the Highway Code, what is the safest and most appropriate way to turn the vehicle around?

  1. A
    Carry out a U-turn across the carriageway as soon as a brief gap appears in oncoming traffic
  2. B
    Reverse along the edge of the carriageway until reaching the missed destination
  3. Continue driving ahead to find a roundabout or a network of quiet side roadsAnswer
  4. D
    Reverse directly into the mouth of a nearby junction to turn back into the traffic stream

Answer

Continue driving ahead to find a roundabout or a network of quiet side roads
According to Highway Code Rule 200, drivers should never attempt to reverse or turn around in a busy road. The safest and legal course of action is to continue forward until finding a roundabout or turning around a block of quiet side streets.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Assess the driving environment and hazard risks
The vehicle is travelling on a busy main road where traffic flow is continuous
Manoeuvring or turning around directly on a busy road creates significant obstruction and collision risks
2
Apply Highway Code guidance on turning manoeuvres
Select a safe off-carriageway or roundabout route to reverse direction
Rule 200 instructs drivers not to turn or reverse in a busy road, but to drive round a block of side streets or find a quiet place such as a roundabout

Key Concept

Highway Code Rule 200 - Choosing a safe location to manoeuvre and turn the vehicle around
Estimated Time:45s
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Reversing and Turning

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