You see a cyclist wobbling at the left side of the road ahead. What is the best action?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Slow down and leave a wide margin when passing
- Step 1: A wobbling cyclist may swerve unpredictably. Step 2. Slow down, wait for a safe gap in the oncoming lane and pass with plenty of room. Answer: Slow down and leave a wide margin when passing. Why not the others: Sound the horn and pass as closely as you can: a close pass and a horn can startle the cyclist into your path. Pass them on the left side to avoid the oncoming lane: passing on the left is unsafe and the wrong side in left-hand traffic. Stay a car length behind and flash your lights: flashing lights does not help and the cyclist may still swerve.
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