Revision question · Other road users

You're about to overtake a motorcyclist when they look around over their right shoulder. What's the most likely reason for them doing this?

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The rider intends to move to the right

Something has fallen from the machine

The drive chain is slack

The rear tyre is flat

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The rider intends to move to the rightThis was the right answer

Understanding other road users' behaviour can help you anticipate their next action. On this occasion it could prevent a serious incident. This type of assessment is part of the forward planning of a professional driver.

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Rule 212Highway Code rule · A shoulder check can precede a manoeuvre; give time and space rather than treating it as a guaranteed turn signal.

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