Question 1844 · Truck theory test
When estimating the time for a journey, what should a driver allow extra time for?
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Correct answer
Driving during ‘rush-hour’ traffic.
Official explanation
A journey will nearly always take longer than expected because of traffic jams, road works, adverse weather conditions, and so on. A driver should understand this and allow sufficient time to complete the journey in a safe manner.
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- Managing risk · Preparing for a Journey
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