Topic: Traffic signs, markings and signals · Nº 575 / 1397

¿Qué tipo de señales prevalecen sobre el resto?

Which type of signals take precedence over the rest?

  • ALas señales circunstanciales o de balizamiento fijo.Temporary signs or fixed marker beacons.
  • BLas señales y órdenes de los agentes de circulación.Signals and orders from traffic officers.
  • CLas señales de los semáforos.Traffic light signals.
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Correct answer

  • BLas señales y órdenes de los agentes de circulación.Signals and orders from traffic officers.
Explanation

The order of priority between the different types of signs that seem to contradict each other is as follows: 1. Signals and orders from traffic officers. 2. Temporary signs that change the normal use of the road, and fixed marker beacons. 3. Traffic lights. 4. Road signs. 5. Road markings.

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