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Topic: Manoeuvres · Nº 395 / 982

Al adelantar a un ciclista en una carretera convencional:

When overtaking a cyclist on a conventional road:

  • ADebe dejarse al menos 1,5 m de separación lateral, pudiendo ocupar parte del sentido contrario si es seguro.You must leave at least 1.5 m of lateral distance, and you may use part of the opposite side of the road if it is safe.
  • BHay que pasar lo más cerca posible.You must pass as close as possible.
  • CNo es necesario cambiar de carril.You do not need to change lanes.
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Correct answer

  • ADebe dejarse al menos 1,5 m de separación lateral, pudiendo ocupar parte del sentido contrario si es seguro.You must leave at least 1.5 m of lateral distance, and you may use part of the opposite side of the road if it is safe.
Explanation

You must leave at least 1.5 m; to do so, you are allowed to use part of the opposite lane, even over a continuous line, if there is no risk.

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