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Topic: Vehicle lights and horn · Nº 283 / 839

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¿Está permitido utilizar en poblado las advertencias acústicas?

Is it allowed to use audible warnings in a built-up area?

  • ASí, si el sonido no es estridente.Yes, if the sound is not shrill.
  • BNo, en poblado están prohibidas.No, they are prohibited in built-up areas.
  • 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

Audible warnings may only be used in exceptional cases: to avoid a possible accident, especially on narrow roads with many bends; to warn outside built-up areas of the intention to overtake; or to warn other road users of your presence when on an emergency call.

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