Car permit · Sharing the road
A truck ahead of you moves to the left before turning right at an intersection. What would be very risky for you to do?
Correct answer: Cut between the truck and the curb to turn right.
Answer options
- ACut between the truck and the curb to turn right Correct
- BStay behind the truck until it completes the turn
- CTap your horn so the truck driver knows you are there
Why
A truck turning right often swings left first, which opens a gap on its right side. The driver cannot see a car that slips into that gap, and the car can be trapped against the curb as the truck finishes its turn.
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Topic: Sharing the road License: Car permit
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Where it applies: Asked in every state. Compare permit tests by state
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