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Passing a stopped bus at a bus stop – what to consider?

Question 21 of 45 in the free class B mock exam · Right of way.

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Question 21 of 45 · Right of way
A bus halted at a stop
A bus halted at a stop

You are going to drive past a scheduled bus that has stopped at a stop, and must move into the oncoming lane to get past. What must you take into account?

AThat passengers getting off must yield, and keep clear of you
BThat you must yield if the bus signals out, even in an 80 zone
CThat you may keep normal speed, as long as the bus is not signalling
DRoom beside the bus, and a road clear of oncoming cars

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Right answer: D. Room beside the bus, and a road clear of oncoming cars

When you must move into the oncoming lane to pass a stopped bus, you need to check for oncoming traffic and keep sufficient lateral clearance from the bus — this is an ordinary overtaking situation with added risk.

Source: Trafikkreglene § 12