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Topic: Traffic signs, markings and signals · Nº 80 / 1397

Ud. circula con su turismo por una vía fuera de poblado que tiene tres carriles separados por marcas longitudinales discontinuas, reservados para cada sentido de la marcha. ¿Por cuál de ellos debe circular normalmente?

You are driving your car on a road outside built-up areas that has three lanes in each direction, separated by broken longitudinal markings. In which lane should you normally drive?

  • APor el de la derecha, aunque podré utilizar el resto de los carriles cuando las circunstancias del tráfico o de la vía lo aconsejen, siempre que no entorpezca a otros vehículos que me sigan.In the right-hand lane, although I may use the other lanes when traffic or road conditions make it advisable, as long as I do not hinder other vehicles following me.
  • BPor los dos carriles más próximos a la derecha, dejando libre el carril izquierdo para efectuar adelantamientos.In the two lanes closest to the right, leaving the left-hand lane free for overtaking.
  • CPor el carril que más convenga a mi destino.In the lane that best suits my destination.
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Correct answer

  • APor el de la derecha, aunque podré utilizar el resto de los carriles cuando las circunstancias del tráfico o de la vía lo aconsejen, siempre que no entorpezca a otros vehículos que me sigan.In the right-hand lane, although I may use the other lanes when traffic or road conditions make it advisable, as long as I do not hinder other vehicles following me.
Explanation

It is correct to drive in the right-hand lane because, in general, you must use the lane closest to the right-hand edge of the road. This helps keep traffic organised and lets vehicles that want to overtake do so safely. In addition, you may use the other lanes if circumstances allow, as long as you do not obstruct other vehicles coming behind.

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