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Why is it more difficult to overtake a large vehicle than a car?

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It will take longer to overtake a large vehicle

A large vehicle will be fitted with a speed limiter

A large vehicle will have air brakes

It will take longer for a large vehicle to accelerate

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It will take longer to overtake a large vehicleThis was the right answer

Depending on relative speed, it will usually take you longer to pass a lorry than other vehicles. Hazards to watch for include oncoming traffic, junctions ahead, bends or dips that could restrict your view, and signs or road markings that prohibit overtaking. Make sure you can see that it’s safe to complete the manoeuvre before you start to overtake.

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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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