Topic: Speed and distances · Nº 533 / 961
En condiciones de mala visibilidad, ¿qué debe hacer un conductor ante la presencia de ciclistas en la vía?
In poor visibility, what should a driver do when there are cyclists on the road?
- AExtremar la precaución para reducir el riesgo de accidente.Take extra care to reduce the risk of an accident.
- BHacer señales acústicas al llegar a su altura para advertir de su presencia.Sound the horn when level with them to warn them of your presence.
- CCircular lo más cerca posible del borde derecho de la calzada al adelantarles.Keep as close as possible to the right-hand edge of the carriageway when overtaking them.
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Correct answer
- AExtremar la precaución para reducir el riesgo de accidente.Take extra care to reduce the risk of an accident.
Explanation
In poor visibility, such as fog or heavy rain, cyclists are harder to spot and it is essential to put their safety first. This means reducing speed, keeping a sensible distance and watching out for any unexpected movement.
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