Question 968 in the bank

How would you conduct yourself when approaching a vehicle standing on the “hard shoulder”?

A road with a dashed white centre line and yellow right edge line; a white car stands on the right shoulder beside a red-bordered triangular sign, other cars ahead.
  1. Honk to the driver of the parked vehicle.
  2. Correct answer: Slow down.
  3. Drive faster.
  4. Signal and move to the left lane.

Why this is the answer

The correct answer in the official bank: Slow down.

A vehicle standing on the shoulder may suddenly pull back into the lane without noticing you, and a door may open or someone may step out. Slowing down gives you time to react, brake or steer safely. Honking does not ensure the driver notices you, and speeding up only increases the danger. On a two-way road, moving left can mean entering the oncoming lane.

Topic: Safety. The bank marks it for these classes: Light truck (C1), Heavy truck (C), Bus (D), Motorcycle (A), Tractor (1), Private car (B).