Use of Public Roads

What is the maximum time allowed when overtaking another vehicle on the shoulder?

Question image: What is the maximum time allowed when overtaking another vehicle on the shoulder
  • A 5 seconds
  • B 10 seconds
  • 15 seconds
  • D 30 seconds

Why this is the correct answer

When overtaking on the shoulder, the maximum permitted time for the manoeuvre is 15 seconds.

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