Revision question · Other types of vehicle

You're waiting to turn right out of a minor road. It's clear to the left but a lorry is coming from the right. Why should you wait, even if you have enough time to turn?

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Anything overtaking the lorry will be hidden from view

The lorry could suddenly speed up

The lorry might be slowing down

The load on the lorry might be unstable

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Anything overtaking the lorry will be hidden from viewThis was the right answer

Large vehicles can hide other vehicles that are overtaking – especially motorcycles. You need to be aware of the possibility of hidden vehicles and not assume that it's safe to turn.

Reviewed reading for this question

Rule 170Highway Code rule · The approaching lorry can hide an overtaking vehicle: wait for a genuinely clear view in both directions.Rule 222Highway Code rule · The approaching lorry can hide an overtaking vehicle: wait for a genuinely clear view in both directions.

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