Topic: Speed and distances · Nº 132 / 961

En un paso inferior, ¿qué distancia de seguridad mantendremos con el vehículo que nos precede?

In an underpass, what safe distance must we keep from the vehicle in front?

  • AUna distancia como mínimo de 150 metros o un intervalo de 6 segundos.At least 150 metres or a 6-second gap.
  • BUna distancia como mínimo de 100 metros o un intervalo de 4 segundos.At least 100 metres or a 4-second gap.
  • CLa que creamos conveniente para poder detener el vehículo sin colisionar con el que nos precede.Whatever distance we think is enough to stop without hitting the vehicle in front.
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Correct answer

  • BUna distancia como mínimo de 100 metros o un intervalo de 4 segundos.At least 100 metres or a 4-second gap.
Explanation

Vehicles with a MAM of up to 3,500 kg must keep a minimum distance of 100 metres or 4 seconds. For vehicles with a MAM over 3,500 kg, the distance is 150 metres or 6 seconds.

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