Question 136 · Car theory test
The silver car is overtaking the parked red car. What should the driver do in this situation?

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Correct answer
Reduce speed considerably and be ready to stop.
Official explanation
You should read the road and be extra careful while driving through an area where children might be playing. When a ball bounces out on the road, you should expect that a child might follow to retrieve the ball.
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- Manoeuvres, turning & overtaking
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- This question also appears in the motorcycle theory test.
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