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Topic: Speed and distances · Nº 656 / 961

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Si se dan las condiciones de seguridad precisas y va a adelantar a un ciclista en esta vía, ¿qué separación lateral debe dejar?

If the necessary safety conditions are met and you are going to overtake a cyclist on this road, what lateral clearance must you leave?

  • AIgual o superior a 1,50 metros.1.50 metres or more.
  • BDepende de la velocidad a la que circule el vehículo.It depends on the vehicle's speed.
  • CAl menos 1 metro.At least 1 metre.
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Correct answer

  • AIgual o superior a 1,50 metros.1.50 metres or more.
Explanation

When overtaking cyclists you must leave a lateral clearance of at least 1.5 metres, moving partly or fully into the opposite lane if necessary. Outside built-up areas you must also reduce your speed by at least 20 km/h below the road's limit.

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