Revision question · The road

You're driving a bus at night on a road without street lighting. Why could it be dangerous to overtake?

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There may be unseen dips or bends in the road

You may dazzle other drivers

It's harder to concentrate

It's harder to keep control in the dark

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There may be unseen dips or bends in the roadThis was the right answer

On unlit roads, it's more difficult to see bends, junctions or dips ahead. This could prevent you from seeing oncoming traffic, pedestrians or cyclists. Unless the road is well lit or you're on a dual carriageway, ask yourself whether overtaking is absolutely necessary.

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Rule 267Highway Code rule · In darkness, speed and distance are harder to judge and dips or bends can hide approaching traffic.

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