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Topic: The road and its lanes · Nº 155 / 534

Circulando por una autopista después de efectuar un adelantamiento, ¿tendremos que volver al carril de la derecha?

Driving on a motorway (autopista), after overtaking, will we have to return to the right-hand lane?

  • ANo es necesario si la autopista posee 3 carriles.It is not necessary if the motorway has 3 lanes.
  • BSólo si se acercan vehículos más rápido que nosotros por detrás.Only if faster vehicles are approaching from behind.
  • CSí, como norma general.Yes, as a general rule.
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Correct answer

  • CSí, como norma general.Yes, as a general rule.
Explanation

Outside built-up areas you normally drive in the lane furthest to your right. When traffic or road conditions make it advisable, you may use the other lanes in your direction, as long as you do not obstruct a vehicle following you.

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