Topic: Vehicle lights and horn · Nº 75 / 839

Dentro de poblado, ¿se podrá utilizar el alumbrado de carretera en forma de destello en algún caso?
In a built-up area, may the main beam ever be used as a flash?
- ASí, para indicar a otro conductor que le cedemos el paso.Yes, to tell another driver that we are giving way to them.
- BNo, está prohibido.No, it is prohibited.
- CSí, para evitar un posible accidente.Yes, to avoid a possible accident.
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Correct answer
- CSí, para evitar un posible accidente.Yes, to avoid a possible accident.
Explanation
As a general rule, using the main beam in built-up areas is prohibited, but it may be flashed to give a warning about a possible accident.
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