Hazard and Risk Perception
Before signalling to turn right, a driver should first check their mirrors. Why is this the correct sequence?
- ○So other drivers know you are looking in your mirrors
- ✓To be aware of traffic and road users who may be affected by the manoeuvre
- ○Mirrors must be adjusted before any turn
- ○To comply with the NCT inspection requirement
Correct answer
To be aware of traffic and road users who may be affected by the manoeuvre
The correct sequence is Mirror–Signal–Manoeuvre. Checking mirrors first tells you who is close behind or alongside, so you can signal and manoeuvre safely without cutting across or startling other road users.
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