In this situation, before you overtake the cyclist, are you obliged to sound the horn?

Description

Art. 29 para. 2 pt. 1 of the Road Traffic Act (Journal of Laws of 2012, item 1137)

Explanation

Correct answer: No

No, there is no such obligation. According to Art. 29 of the Road Traffic Act, the audible warning signal (horn) may only be used to warn of danger. Using the horn in this situation is unjustified and could also startle the cyclist, leading to a dangerous situation.

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