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Topic: Speed and distances · Nº 70 / 961

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¿Qué distancia lateral deberemos dejar al adelantar a un peatón por una carretera convencional?

What sideways distance should we leave when overtaking a pedestrian on a conventional road?

  • A1,5 metros como mínimo.At least 1.5 metres.
  • BLa proporcional a la anchura y características de la calzada.One in proportion to the width and features of the carriageway.
  • C1 metro como máximo.No more than 1 metre.
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Correct answer

  • A1,5 metros como mínimo.At least 1.5 metres.
Explanation

When overtaking pedestrians, cyclists, mopeds or animals, you must leave a sideways gap of at least 1.5 metres, using part or all of the opposite lane if necessary. Outside built-up areas, you must also reduce your speed by at least 20 km/h below the road's speed limit.

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