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Question 3952

On a road with two-way traffic, there are no signs or road markings that prohibit making a U-turn. When is it permitted to make a U-turn?

  1. Never.
  2. Whenever you want, because it is always permitted.
  3. When it does not endanger other road users.
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Correct answer: When it does not endanger other road users.

Even if no sign or marking prohibits it, before making a U-turn you must make sure you will not endanger or obstruct anyone, whether behind you or coming toward you. Choose a place with good visibility and signal well in advance. If you cannot do it safely, wait. That is why you cannot make a U-turn whenever you want, but it is not always prohibited either.

Real Decreto 1428/2003, de 21 de noviembre, por el que se aprueba el Reglamento General de Circulación