Can a truck be overtaken in a residential area: analysis of a complex traffic rules test.

The task is about knowing road signs and the topic of overtaking. Is the driver of the red car allowed to overtake the truck in the situation depicted in the picture?

The task was proposed by the channel 'For! Rules'.

Answer options

1. Allowed.
2. Allowed if the truck is moving at a speed of less than 30 km/h.
3. Forbidden.

Task analysis

On this section of the road, the driver of the red truck intends to overtake the truck. And in the situation depicted, nothing prohibits him from performing the intended maneuver.

• The sign 3.27 'Overtaking by trucks prohibited' does not concern the driver of the passenger car in any way.
• According to point 14.6 of the traffic rules, overtaking is prohibited at an intersection. But the sign 5.34 'Residential area' indicates that there is no intersection on this section of the road. After all, exits from residential areas, yards, parking lots, gas stations, and other territories adjacent to the road are not considered intersections.

Correct answer

No.1

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The news discusses a situation on the road where the driver of the red car intends to overtake the truck. According to the rules, in this situation, overtaking is allowed as no signs prohibit this action. It is important to have knowledge of road signs and overtaking rules for safety on the road.