Revision question · The driver

A coach is overtaking you. What should you do when it's safe for the coach to move back to the left?

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Do nothing and let the driver decide

Switch your sidelights on and off

Flash your headlights once

Flash your headlights twice

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Do nothing and let the driver decideThis was the right answer

When you're being overtaken, the other driver has to decide when it's safe to complete the manoeuvre. Don't give an unofficial signal, however well intended. There may be a hazard you're unable to see from your position.

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Rule 111Highway Code rule · A flash is not an authoritative instruction to pull back in; the overtaking driver must judge actual clearance.

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