How would you handle the following situation?
- Correct answer: Slow down and overtake the cyclist, whilst maintaining proper lateral distance from him and observing his movements.
- Drive behind the cyclist until after the intersection and then honk and pass him quickly.
- Honk to the cyclist until he clears away from your driving lane, and pass him as quickly as possible.
- Drive faster and overtake the cyclist before entering the intersection in which overtaking is prohibited.
Why this is the answer
The correct answer in the official bank: Slow down and overtake the cyclist, whilst maintaining proper lateral distance from him and observing his movements.
A cyclist is a vulnerable road user who may wobble, swerve or turn suddenly. So you should slow down, overtake only when it is safe, keep enough lateral distance and keep watching his movements. Honking, speeding up or passing quickly can startle him and cause a fall or a crash, especially near an intersection.