Question 5118
To avoid hitting cyclists, it is advisable to...
- increase your speed so you can pass them as soon as possible.
- honk the horn at them so they move out of the way.
- always leave a sufficient lateral clearance when passing them.
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Correct answer: always leave a sufficient lateral clearance when passing them.
When passing a cyclist, leave at least 1.5 meters of lateral clearance from start to finish, even if you have to use part or all of the adjacent lane. Do not speed up to get past sooner, and outside built-up areas, stay at least 20 km/h below the speed limit before and during the maneuver. Honking to make them move aside can startle them.