Purpose and type of signals is one of the topics in the Traffic signage block of the Spanish DGT theory. How signage works: types of signs, the order of priority between them and the duty to obey them. Understanding this section well helps you answer the theory-exam questions on this topic with confidence.
In simple terms, this point of the DGT theory establishes that unless otherwise justified, in any type of works and activities on the roads, only the signalling, beaconing and defence elements and devices included in the basic regulations established for these purposes by the Ministries of Public Works and the Interior must be used, as indicated in Annex I.
The order of priority between signs (officer, traffic light, vertical sign, road marking) is key; many questions are solved just by recalling it.
Unless otherwise justified, in any type of works and activities on the roads, only the signalling, beaconing and defence elements and devices included in the basic regulations established for these purposes by the Ministries of Public Works and the Interior must be used, as indicated in Annex I.
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