Topic: Traffic signs, markings and signals · Nº 71 / 1397

¿Qué significado tiene una luz amarilla no intermitente en un semáforo?
What does a steady (non-flashing) amber light on a traffic light mean?
- AObliga a extremar la precaución.You must take extreme care.
- BObliga a detenerse como si se tratase de una luz roja fija.You must stop as if it were a steady red light.
- CObliga a ceder el paso.You must give way.
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Correct answer
- BObliga a detenerse como si se tratase de una luz roja fija.You must stop as if it were a steady red light.
Explanation
A steady (non-flashing) amber light means that vehicles must stop in the same way as for a steady red light, unless, when it comes on, the vehicle is so close to the stopping point that it cannot stop before it safely enough.
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