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Topic: Speed and distances · Nº 630 / 961

Conducir por debajo del límite máximo de velocidad, ¿puede causar accidentes?

Can driving below the maximum speed limit cause accidents?

  • ANo.No.
  • BSí, si la velocidad no se ajusta a las condiciones del tráfico.Yes, if the speed does not suit the traffic conditions.
  • CNo, los accidentes sólo pueden ocurrir al circular por encima de ese límite.No, accidents can only happen when driving above that limit.
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Correct answer

  • BSí, si la velocidad no se ajusta a las condiciones del tráfico.Yes, if the speed does not suit the traffic conditions.
Explanation

Driving below the limit is not enough: your speed must suit the traffic and the road (Article 45 of the General Traffic Regulations). An abnormally low speed holds up others (Article 49) and causes sudden braking, rear-end collisions and risky overtaking.

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