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Topic: Traffic signs, markings and signals · Nº 1018 / 1397

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En una intersección señalizada con semáforo en verde, ¿es correcto realizar un adelantamiento?

At a junction controlled by a green traffic light, is it correct to overtake?

  • ASí, por tener preferencia de paso indicado por el semáforo.Yes, because the traffic light gives right of way.
  • BNo, siempre está prohibido adelantar en las intersecciones.No, overtaking at junctions is always prohibited.
  • CSí, a condición de que no invada el sentido contrario.Yes, provided you do not move into the opposite side of the road.
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Correct answer

  • ASí, por tener preferencia de paso indicado por el semáforo.Yes, because the traffic light gives right of way.
Explanation

Article 87.1.c of the RGC prohibits overtaking at junctions except, among other cases, when the carriageway has priority at the junction and there is a specific sign indicating this. A green light allows you to go through with priority (Annex I, section 4.2), so you may overtake, taking due care.

The rule · Real Decreto 1428/2003, de 21 de noviembre, Reglamento General de Circulación (RGC) · art. 87.1.c.3.ºLa calzada en que se realice goce de prioridad en la intersección y haya señal expresa que lo indique.Read the full rule

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