Hazards and alertnessQuestion 240 of 424

Another driver behaves badly and makes you angry. What is the best action?

  1. Follow them closely
  2. Pull over, calm down and then continue
  3. Flash your headlights at them
  4. Speed up to pass them
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Correct answer: Pull over, calm down and then continue

Do not get involved. Stop in a safe place until you feel calm.

Source: The Highway Code (Department for Transport, GOV.UK), General rules, techniques and advice for all drivers and riders (103 to 158), Rule 147

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026