What should a driver do before overtaking?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Check that the road ahead is free and that nobody behind is overtaking
- Step 1: Both mirrors and the road ahead must be checked before pulling out. Answer: Check that the road ahead is free and that nobody behind is overtaking. Why not the others: Only check that the speedometer is correct, Sound the horn and pull out at once and Flash the headlights and pull out at once don't fit.
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