Are you obliged to assess the situation behind the vehicle on the remaining lanes before passing this stationary obstacle?

Description

Art. 3 para. 1 and Art. 22 para. 1 of the Act of 20 June 1997, the Road Traffic Act (Journal of Laws of 2012, item 1137, as amended)

Explanation

Correct answer: Yes

Yes, because passing the visible obstacle in this situation involves changing lanes. According to Art. 22 para. 1 of the Road Traffic Act, before changing lanes, the driver is obliged to exercise special care and give way to any vehicle travelling in the lane they intend to enter. Therefore, assessing the situation behind your vehicle using the mirrors is crucial.

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