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What should you do if you want to overtake a long, slow-moving vehicle on a busy road?

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Follow it closely and keep moving out to see the road ahead

Flash your headlights for the oncoming traffic to give way

Stay behind until the driver waves you past

Keep well back so that you get a good view of the road ahead

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Keep well back so that you get a good view of the road aheadThis was the right answer

When you're following a long vehicle, stay well back so that you can get a better view of the road ahead. The closer you get, the less you'll be able to see of the road. Be patient and don't take a gamble. Only overtake when you're certain that you can complete the manoeuvre safely.

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Rule 164Highway Code rule · Following further back improves the view; the extra length requires more time and space to complete an overtake.Rule 222Highway Code rule · Following further back improves the view; the extra length requires more time and space to complete an overtake.

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