Topic: Vehicle mechanics and maintenance · Nº 170 / 539

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La bicicleta con pedaleo asistido...

A pedal-assisted bicycle...

  • ADispone de dos ruedas y un motor de 50 cc.Has two wheels and a 50 cc engine.
  • BUtiliza un motor como ayuda al esfuerzo muscular del conductor.Uses a motor to help the rider's muscle power.
  • CNo utiliza un motor como ayuda al esfuerzo muscular del conductor.Does not use a motor to help the rider's muscle power.
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Correct answer

  • BUtiliza un motor como ayuda al esfuerzo muscular del conductor.Uses a motor to help the rider's muscle power.
Explanation

A pedal-assisted bicycle has an auxiliary electric motor that only helps the rider's muscle power while pedalling, and it stops helping when it reaches 25 km/h. That is why it is considered a bicycle and not a moped.

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