Question 2820
Outside a built-up area, how much lateral clearance must a motorcycle leave when passing a truck?
- A gap of at least 1.50 meters.
- A clearance that the rider considers safe under the circumstances at the time.
- A distance proportional to the speed at which it is traveling.
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Correct answer: A gap of at least 1.50 meters.
When passing outside a built-up area, a two-wheeled motorcycle must keep at least 1.50 meters of lateral clearance from the truck. The distance is measured to the outermost parts of the vehicle being passed.