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Topic: Traffic signs, markings and signals · Nº 269 / 1397

Un agente se acerca a su vehículo haciendo señales con una luz roja. ¿Qué debe hacer?

A traffic officer is approaching your vehicle signalling with a red light. What must you do?

  • ADetener el vehículo.Stop the vehicle.
  • BCircular con precaución; existe peligro.Drive with care; there is a hazard.
  • CCambiar de dirección.Turn off in another direction.
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Correct answer

  • ADetener el vehículo.Stop the vehicle.
Explanation

Under section 1.1 of Annex I of the General Traffic Regulations, when a traffic officer swings a red or yellow light, the road users towards whom the officer points the light must stop. You must stop and then follow their instructions.

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