Hazard and Risk Perception
You are about to change lanes on a dual carriageway. After checking your mirrors and signalling, what additional check should you make?
- ○Check the speedometer
- ✓Check your blind spot by glancing over your shoulder
- ○Sound the horn to warn other drivers
- ○Flash your headlights
Correct answer
Check your blind spot by glancing over your shoulder
Mirrors do not cover blind spots. A shoulder check (glancing over your shoulder) before the manoeuvre confirms no motorcycle or cyclist is alongside in the space mirrors cannot show.
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