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What do flashing amber beacons on an oncoming vehicle alert a driver to?

  1. A.That the oncoming vehicle may be slow moving or extra wide.
  2. B.That the oncoming vehicle is fast moving.
  3. C.That the oncoming vehicle is a military vehicle.
  4. D.That the oncoming vehicle is an emergency vehicle.
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Correct answer: A. That the oncoming vehicle may be slow moving or extra wide.

Flashing amber beacons are used by recovery vehicles and vehicles carrying abnormal loads. You should be aware that these vehicles may need extra room and could conceal following traffic. When you come across such vehicles, slow down and be prepared to stop if necessary.

This is an official-style question from the Safe and Responsible Driving topic of the Ireland driver theory test (Cat. B). Practise all 807 questions free on iTest.ie — with timed mock exams, automatic mistake tracking and progress sync across devices.

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