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It is less visible to other drivers
Motorcycles and mopeds are smaller and can be less visible to other drivers, especially in blind spots. Their riders also lack protective bodywork in a collision. The rider’s position or an assumed higher speed does not explain the correct answer.
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The driver's position is higher than in a car
It can travel at a higher speed than a car
It is less visible to other drivers
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La conducción de una motocicleta o ciclomotor de dos ruedas puede ser más peligrosa porque…
- La posición del conductor es más elevada que en un turismo
- Puede circular a mayor velocidad que un turismo
- Es menos visible para el resto de conductores(Correct answer)
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