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Question 1743

Within a built-up area, is it important not to drive faster than 50 kilometers per hour?

  1. Yes, only to avoid being penalized for speeding.
  2. Yes, so that if a pedestrian is struck, they have a better chance of surviving.
  3. No, especially if the street is wide.
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Correct answer: Yes, so that if a pedestrian is struck, they have a better chance of surviving.

The severity of a collision with a pedestrian increases with speed. Driving more slowly in built-up areas improves the pedestrian's chances of survival, beyond simply avoiding a penalty.

Manual II. Cuestiones de Seguridad Vial, 2026 · Reglamento General de Circulación — Real Decreto 1428/2003