Vulnerable road usersQuestion 295 of 424
Which road users does the hierarchy of road users put at the top, as most at risk?
- Drivers of cars and vans
- Drivers of buses and lorries
- Pedestrians, cyclists, horse riders and motorcyclists
- Learner drivers and new drivers
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Correct answer: Pedestrians, cyclists, horse riders and motorcyclists
The hierarchy puts first those who are most likely to be hurt in a collision. Children, older people and disabled people are at even more risk.
Source: The Highway Code (Department for Transport, GOV.UK), Introduction, Hierarchy of Road Users
Practice vulnerable road usersQuestions last reviewed: 18 October 2026