Right of Way

On a road with a steep incline (7% or more), which vehicle has priority?

Question image: On a road with a steep incline (7% or more), which vehicle has priority?
  • A The descending one, because it goes faster
  • The ascending one, unless a passing area is closer to the ascending vehicle
  • C The larger one
  • D Whoever reaches the top first

Why this is the correct answer

On steep slopes (≥7%), the vehicle travelling uphill has priority, unless a passing area is closer to the ascending vehicle.

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