Car permit · Defensive driving

An oncoming car is approaching on your left, and a bicyclist is riding ahead of you on the right. What should you do?

An oncoming car is approaching on your left, and a bicyclist is riding ahead of you on the right. What should you do?

Correct answer: Let the oncoming car go by first, then pass the cyclist.

Answer options

  1. ASteer through the gap between the car and the cyclist
  2. BSpeed up and pass the cyclist before the car arrives
  3. CLet the oncoming car go by first, then pass the cyclist Correct

Why

Deal with one hazard at a time. Ease off and let the oncoming car clear first, then give the cyclist plenty of room as you pass, rather than squeezing between the two.

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Topic: Defensive driving   License: Car permit

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