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Where should you avoid overtaking?

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Oncoming vehicles or other hazards can be hidden from view by dips in the road. If you cannot see into the dip, wait until you have a clear view and can see that it's safe before starting to overtake.

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This is DVSA car revision theory test question 35 of 98 from our free UK car practice theory test. This practice test follows the same format as the real DVSA multiple-choice car theory test.

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