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Yes, they may move sideways unexpectedly.
Yes. An uncertainty zone is the space around a road user into which they may move unexpectedly. With cyclists, anticipate lateral swaying or movements while pedalling or reacting to their surroundings. It is not a blind spot or an invisible area caused by looking elsewhere, and it does not arise only at maximum speed. Leave a safety margin and anticipate such movements.
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Yes, but only at the maximum permitted speed.
No, it exists only around motor vehicles.
Yes, they may move sideways unexpectedly.
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