Use of Public Roads
On a steep slope of more than 7%, which vehicle has priority?
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026
- A The descending vehicle
- B The larger vehicle
- ✓ The ascending vehicle, unless it has a passing bay (apartadero) to pull over.
- D Whichever arrived first
Why this is the correct answer
On slopes of more than 7%, the ascending vehicle has priority as it is harder for it to yield.
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