A driver comes up behind a cyclist on a road with a 60 mph limit and wants to overtake at 40 mph. How much space should the driver leave?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. More than 1.5 metres
- Step 1: The 1.5 m figure is the minimum for speeds up to 30 mph. Step 2. At higher speeds the passing gap must increase, so more than 1.5 m is needed at 40 mph. Answer: More than 1.5 metres. Why not the others: 1.5 m is not a fixed figure for every speed, 1 m is too little at any speed, and 2 m is not limited to horse riders.
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