Revision question · Attitude

You're being overtaken by a long, heavily laden lorry. What should you do if it's taking a long time for it to overtake?

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Speed up

Slow down

Hold your speed

Change direction

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Slow downThis was the right answer

A long lorry with a heavy load will need more time to pass you than a car, especially on an uphill stretch of road. Slow down and allow the lorry to pass.

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Rule 168Highway Code rule · Keep a steady course and let an overtaking vehicle pass, slowing if necessary.

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