Topic: Driving safely in difficult conditions · Nº 90 / 247
El conductor de una motocicleta, ¿qué precauciones debe tomar si empieza a llover intensamente?
What precautions must a motorcycle rider take if it starts to rain heavily?
- AMantenerse muy cerca de los vehículos de grandes dimensiones para que le protejan de la lluvia.Stay very close to large vehicles so that they shelter the rider from the rain.
- BReducir la velocidad, deteniéndose si fuera necesario.Reduce speed, stopping if necessary.
- CAumentar la velocidad para llegar cuanto antes a su destino.Speed up to reach the destination as soon as possible.
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Correct answer
- BReducir la velocidad, deteniéndose si fuera necesario.Reduce speed, stopping if necessary.
Explanation
Heavy rain reduces visibility and grip, and standing water can cause aquaplaning. The rider must reduce speed and, if they cannot ride safely, stop in a suitable place. Getting close to large vehicles only adds spray and turbulence.
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