You must reverse your car into a side road. Which is the best practice?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Only when it is safe, and over a short distance with all-round observation
- Step 1: Reversing limits visibility. Step 2. Use mirrors and look round, and give way to others. Answer: Only when it is safe, and over a short distance with all-round observation. Why not the others: Reverse quickly to keep the time on the road short: speed reduces the control needed for a tight reverse and leaves less time to see others. Reverse using only the mirrors: mirrors leave blind spots where a pedestrian or child may stand. Reverse along the full length of the main road: long reversing on a main road is dangerous.
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