common accidents

Question 1

What are common causes of accidents involving cyclists?

Answer 1

Common causes include ignoring the cyclist, misjudging the cyclist’s speed and intention, and passing the cyclist at high speed.

Question 2

Why do motorcycle accidents often occur with four-wheel vehicles?

Answer 2

Motorcycle accidents often occur because drivers do not see the motorcycle due to its smaller size, or they neglect to watch for motorcycles creating their own lane between other vehicles.

Question 3

What is the primary cause of rear-end collisions?

Answer 3

Rear-end collisions are usually caused by tailgating, or driving too close to the vehicle in front.

Question 4

What factors contribute to dark accidents involving unprotected road users?

Answer 4

Contributing factors include misjudging speed and intention, traveling too fast, and not considering limited visibility in the dark.

Question 5

What steps should you take if your vehicle breaks down?

Answer 5

Move the vehicle out of the way, turn on hazard lights, remove passengers to a safe distance, turn on parking lights if in the dark, and call 999 for road support.

Question 6

What is a serious offense related to accidents?

Answer 6

Leaving the scene of an accident without providing your details is a serious offense.

Question 7

What should you do if you run into a parked car?

Answer 7

Notify the police immediately, note any witnesses, and try to contact the owner of the parked car. Leave a message if you cannot reach them.

Question 8

What should you always do when you see emergency vehicles responding to an accident?

Answer 8

Give way to emergency vehicles, watch for their flashing lights, and listen for their warning sirens.