Question 194 · Car theory test
What should a driver do when being overtaken by another vehicle?
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Correct answer
Continue at the same pace.
Official explanation
When you are being overtaken by another vehicle, you should continue at the same pace but be alert in case the overtaking vehicle suddenly pulls back in front of you.
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- Manoeuvres, turning & overtaking
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- This question also appears in the motorcycle theory test.
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