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Question 7166

Is it permitted to make a U-turn by backing up?

  1. No, if you can proceed forward or make a turn.
  2. Yes, provided that it does not obstruct other road users.
  3. Yes.
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Correct answer: No, if you can proceed forward or make a turn.

No, if you can continue forward or make a turn. To make a U-turn, backing up is allowed when you cannot move forward or turn around any other way, for example on a street blocked by roadwork, and only for the minimum distance needed. If the roadway is narrow, continue to a place where you can turn around in one turn. Not obstructing anyone does not make backing up allowed.

Real Decreto 1428/2003, de 21 de noviembre, por el que se aprueba el Reglamento General de Circulación · Manual del permiso B en lectura fácil