Question 4988
When passing a cyclist on an uphill climb, it is important to...
- use audible signals to indicate your presence when near them.
- leave enough lateral clearance, because the cyclist may wobble while pedaling.
- maintain your speed and pay attention to compliance with the posted signs.
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Correct answer: leave enough lateral clearance, because the cyclist may wobble while pedaling.
When riding uphill, the effort of pedaling makes a cyclist sway from side to side, so leave more than the minimum 1.5 meters of clearance when passing. Slow down as you approach, and outside built-up areas, pass at least 20 km/h below the speed limit. Honking alongside them can cause them to fall.
Real Decreto 1428/2003, de 21 de noviembre, por el que se aprueba el Reglamento General de Circulación · Cuestiones de Seguridad Vial. Manual II