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What should you teach your pupil about changing lanes on a motorway?

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You should increase speed before changing lanes

You should manoeuvre first, then signal

You should signal well before using your mirrors

You should start the MSM routine in good time

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You should start the MSM routine in good timeThis was the right answer

Always start the Mirrors - Signal - Manoeuvre (MSM) routine well before you intend to change lanes. On motorways, vehicles are travelling at much higher speeds, so they may come up behind you very quickly. By checking the mirrors early, you'll have a chance to plan and give any necessary signals in plenty of time, so that other drivers have advance warning of your intended actions. In turn, they'll have more time to expect a change in traffic pattern and be able to prepare and act accordingly.

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Rule 133Highway Code rule · Begin mirrors, signal and manoeuvre planning early before a motorway lane change.Rule 267Highway Code rule · Begin mirrors, signal and manoeuvre planning early before a motorway lane change.

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