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Topic: Traffic signs, markings and signals · Nº 14 / 1397

Al dar marcha atrás ve una señal de advertencia de otro vehículo. ¿Qué debe hacer?

While reversing, you see a warning signal from another vehicle. What should you do?

  • ADetener el vehículo y renunciar a la maniobra si es necesario.Stop the vehicle and abandon the manoeuvre if necessary.
  • BFinalizar la maniobra lo antes posible.Finish the manoeuvre as quickly as possible.
  • CSeñalizar la maniobra con las luces de emergencia.Signal the manoeuvre with the hazard warning lights.
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Correct answer

  • ADetener el vehículo y renunciar a la maniobra si es necesario.Stop the vehicle and abandon the manoeuvre if necessary.
Explanation

Under Article 81.3 of the RGC, reversing must be done with the utmost care, and you must stop the vehicle very quickly if you hear warnings or notice that another vehicle, person or animal is near, abandoning the manoeuvre if necessary.

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