Vulnerable road usersQuestion 291 of 424

You want to turn left into a side road. A pedestrian has started to cross it. What should you do?

  1. Turn behind them before they reach you
  2. Sound your horn so they hurry
  3. Wait for the pedestrian to cross, then turn
  4. Keep going if you are already moving
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Correct answer: Wait for the pedestrian to cross, then turn

Pedestrians crossing a side road have priority. Wait until they are across before you turn.

Source: The Highway Code (Department for Transport, GOV.UK), Introduction, Rule H2

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026