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Topic: Vehicle lights and horn · Nº 411 / 839

Si circulamos a 40 km/h por una vía interurbana insuficientemente iluminada, ¿qué alumbrado utilizaremos?

If we are driving at 40 km/h on a poorly lit road outside built-up areas, which lights should we use?

  • AObligatoriamente el de corto alcance o cruce.Dipped headlights, as this is compulsory.
  • BObligatoriamente el de largo alcance o carretera.Main beam, as this is compulsory.
  • CEl de largo o el de corto alcance.Either main beam or dipped headlights.
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Correct answer

  • CEl de largo o el de corto alcance.Either main beam or dipped headlights.
Explanation

If we are driving on a poorly lit road at 40 km/h or less, using main beam is optional. On the other hand, if the speed is over 40 km/h and there is no risk of dazzling anyone, main beam is compulsory.

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