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When driving behind a bus that is signalling to turn left and there is oncoming traffic, what should a driver do?

  1. A.Overtake it on the right-hand side.
  2. B.Overtake it on the left-hand side.
  3. C.Stay back and allow it to complete the turn.
  4. D.Tap the brakes and sound the horn to signal to other vehicles to slow down.
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Correct answer: C. Stay back and allow it to complete the turn.

Always allow a bus to complete a left-hand turn, because your field of view is restricted, and it could be dangerous to attempt overtaking it.

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