Question 1741 · Truck theory test
Drivers should check their nearside mirror every time they pass…
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Correct answer
a parked vehicle.
Official explanation
Drivers should always have a good idea of what’s happening to the rear, as well as in-front, of the vehicle when performing a manoeuvre such as passing a parked vehicle.
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- Safe & responsible driving · Observation and Mirrors
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