You’re reversing your vehicle into a side road. When would the greatest hazard to passing traffic occur?

A: After you’ve completed the manoeuvre

B: Just before you actually begin to manoeuvre

C: After you’ve entered the side road

D: When the front of your vehicle swings out

Hint

Always check in all directions before reversing into a side road. Keep a good lookout throughout the manoeuvre. Act on what you see and wait if necessary.

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