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Zorluk: KolayBuses and Coaches

In a built-up area, a bus ahead has signaled its intention to pull out from a roadside stop. If it is safe to do so, what action should you take?

  1. A
    Sound your horn and continue past to maintain traffic flow
  2. Slow down and give priority to the bus by allowing it to pull outCevap
  3. C
    Flash your headlights to assert your right of way over the bus
  4. D
    Steer sharply into the oncoming lane without checking your mirrors or blind spots

Cevap

Slow down and give priority to the bus by allowing it to pull out
According to the Highway Code, drivers should give priority to buses and coaches when they signal to pull out from designated stops, provided it can be done safely without causing abrupt braking behind.

Adım Adım Çözüm

1
Identify the signal from the bus ahead indicating right to move off from the bus stop.
Recognise that the bus intends to rejoin the flow of traffic.
Early identification allows for timely and calm speed adjustment.
2
Assess the traffic situation and safely reduce speed to leave a safe gap.
The bus can pull out smoothly and safely into the driving lane.
Highway Code Rule 223 requires drivers to give priority to buses, coaches, and trams when they signal to pull away from stops, provided it is safe.

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Giving priority to buses pulling away from stops
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Buses and Coaches

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