Topic: Traffic signs, markings and signals · Nº 1243 / 1397
¿Cuál es la conducta correcta ante un semáforo con luz amarilla fija encendida?
What is the correct behaviour at a traffic light with a steady amber light on?
- AAcelerar para cruzar antes de que cambie a roja.Speed up to cross before it turns red.
- BDetenerse como si fuera una luz roja, salvo que estemos tan cerca que la frenada resulte peligrosa.Stop as if it were a red light, unless we are so close that braking would be dangerous.
- CContinuar porque la luz fija da prioridad sobre los peatones.Carry on, because the steady light gives priority over pedestrians.
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Correct answer
- BDetenerse como si fuera una luz roja, salvo que estemos tan cerca que la frenada resulte peligrosa.Stop as if it were a red light, unless we are so close that braking would be dangerous.
Explanation
A steady amber light requires you to stop under the same conditions as a red light, unless the vehicle is so close that braking would create a risk of a rear-end collision.
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