Revision question · Vulnerable road users

You're at the front of a queue of traffic waiting to turn right into a side road. Why is it important to check your right mirror just before turning?

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To look for pedestrians about to cross

To check for overtaking vehicles

To make sure the side road is clear

To check for emerging traffic

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To check for overtaking vehiclesThis was the right answer

A motorcyclist could be riding along the outside of the queue. Always check your mirror before turning, as situations behind you can change while you've been waiting to turn.

Reviewed reading for this question

Rule 180Highway Code rule · A final right mirror and blind-spot check can reveal a filtering or overtaking motorcycle before the turn.Rule 211Highway Code rule · A final right mirror and blind-spot check can reveal a filtering or overtaking motorcycle before the turn.

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