Revision question · Band 1 road procedure

What should you do when you're planning to overtake at night?

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Wait until a bend to see approaching headlights

Sound your horn twice before moving out

Make sure you can see the road ahead is clear

Approach with headlights on full beam

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Make sure you can see the road ahead is clearThis was the right answer

Only overtake the vehicle in front if it's really necessary. All manoeuvres need careful planning, but at night the risks are increased, due to reduced visibility. Can you see the road ahead clearly? Can you see whether pedestrians, cyclists or any obstructions are in the road ahead? Ask yourself these questions before committing to overtaking.

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Rule 113Highway Code rule · Dip before dazzling another driver, reduce speed progressively when dazzled and confirm the road is clear before a night overtake.Rule 114Highway Code rule · Dip before dazzling another driver, reduce speed progressively when dazzled and confirm the road is clear before a night overtake.

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