Never make a U-turn unless you can see at least _______ in both directions.
- 150 metres ✓
- 125 metres
- 250 metres
- 50 metres
Answer: A. 150 metres
You should never make a U-turn unless you can see at least 150 metres in both directions.
Why this is the answer
The handbook's U-turn section says you must be able to see well in both directions before turning. It then gives the specific minimum: never make a U-turn unless you can see at least 150 metres in both directions. The same section also warns against U-turns where your view is blocked, such as on a curve, near a hilltop, railway crossing, bridge or tunnel. So the distance that matches the rule is 150 metres.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. 125 metres — The handbook uses 125 metres for having a clear view when parking, not for the U-turn sight distance.
- C. 250 metres — The handbook does not give 250 metres as the U-turn sight distance; it sets the minimum at 150 metres.
- D. 50 metres — The handbook does not give 50 metres as the U-turn sight distance; that is shorter than the required clear view.
Remember it
Before you swing around, picture a clear 150 metres ahead and behind you.
Official handbook: Official MTO Driver's Handbook, Changing directions – U-turn