Question 7233
On a road with one lane in each direction of travel, are you required to leave a lateral distance of at least 1.5 meters from a moped you are about to pass if it is traveling on the shoulder?
- Yes, provided you do not occupy the opposing-traffic lane.
- Yes, and if necessary, you will occupy part or all of the opposing-traffic lane.
- No, a lateral distance of 1 meter is enough.
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Correct answer: Yes, and if necessary, you will occupy part or all of the opposing-traffic lane.
Yes. Even if the moped is traveling on the shoulder, you must leave at least 1.5 meters of clearance when passing it. If that requires using part or all of the oncoming lane, you must do so after checking that no one is coming. One meter is not enough, and you must not stay in your lane if that leaves too little clearance.