In this situation, should you adopt a cautious approach to the pedestrian?
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Correct answer
YES
Explanation
In the video we are riding a moped along a residential street with cars parked on both sides; ahead of us, between the parked cars, pedestrians are standing at the edge of the roadway, one of them with a bag. In this situation you should apply the principle of limited trust towards the pedestrian - the answer is YES.
The Road Traffic Act allows you to assume that other road users follow the rules, unless the circumstances show that they may behave differently. A pedestrian standing at the edge of the roadway between parked cars may suddenly step onto the roadway, for example to cross to the other side or to walk around a car. The parked cars also limit the pedestrian's view - they may not notice you. So you slow down, move away from the edge as far as possible and are ready to brake. You pass the pedestrian with a safe lateral clearance.
Legal basis: Art. 4 and Art. 3 para. 1 of the Road Traffic Act (Prawo o ruchu drogowym)