Turns, lanes and passingQuestion 228 of 318

Another driver is about to pass you. What should you do?

  1. Speed up to keep your place
  2. Move onto the shoulder
  3. Do not speed up
  4. Use your horn to warn the other driver
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Correct answer: Do not speed up

Do not accelerate when a vehicle passes you or is about to pass you. You may slow down to make it easier.

Source: Driver's Handbook, 2nd edition (SAAQ, 2018), Chapter 4, Traffic rules > Passing, page 225

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026