Revision question · Band 1 road procedure

Is it necessary to give a signal when you're passing parked vehicles?

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It's only necessary when there's traffic behind

It's only necessary when there's oncoming traffic

It's always necessary

It might not be necessary

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It might not be necessaryThis was the right answer

A signal might not be necessary where there's no-one to benefit from it, or where the signal could confuse other road users. Forward planning and taking an early and steady course will remove the need to routinely signal to pass parked vehicles or obstructions.

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Rule 103Highway Code rule · Signals inform rather than confer priority; use an arm signal only when it clarifies an otherwise useful signal.

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