At a busy roundabout you notice a large goods vehicle signalling left but positioned in the right-hand lane. How should you interpret this?

At a busy roundabout you notice a large

Multiple choice — select the best answer

AThe driver has made a signalling error; treat the vehicle as exiting right
BOvertake on the inside as the driver is clearly not using the correct lane
CSound your horn to make the driver aware of the lane error before proceeding
DThe vehicle may need extra width to complete a left exit and you should give it space

✓ Correct answer: D. The vehicle may need extra width to complete a left exit and you should give it space The Highway Code and DVSA guidance note that large vehicles often need extra road space to negotiate roundabouts and may approach in an unexpected lane; drivers should give way and not assume the signal is an error.

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