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Have room to react and maneuver
In traffic jams it is still important to leave space to react and maneuver safely.
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Have room to react and maneuver
Close the gap as much as possible to move forward more
Avoid using the mirrors
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En una retención, con un conjunto C1+E o C+E, mantener margen con el vehículo precedente sirve para:
- Disponer de margen de reacción y maniobra(Correct answer)
- Cerrar al máximo el hueco para avanzar más
- Evitar usar los espejos
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