Revision question · Band 1 road procedure

You're following a large vehicle around a slight left-hand bend. How would you get the best view of the road ahead?

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By keeping out towards the centre of the road

By keeping well over to the left-hand side of the road

By keeping well back from the vehicle

By keeping close to the rear of the vehicle

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By keeping well back from the vehicleThis was the right answer

By keeping well back from the large vehicle, you'll increase your view past it. This will allow you to see further down the road and be prepared for any hazards.

Reviewed reading for this question

Rule 162Highway Code rule · Stay far enough behind a long vehicle to see ahead and complete any overtake without gambling on hidden road.Rule 164Highway Code rule · Stay far enough behind a long vehicle to see ahead and complete any overtake without gambling on hidden road.

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