What is the specific name for a road area marked with parallel diagonal stripes and bordered by a solid or broken line?

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The correct answer is Chevrons (known as 'Cebreado' in Spanish). This road marking consists of parallel oblique stripes bordered by a line. Its purpose is to channel traffic and increase safety by excluding certain areas of the road from regular traffic. Golden Rule: If the chevron area is bordered by a solid line, no vehicle (or its load) may enter it. If it is bordered by a dashed (broken) line, vehicles may enter the area to perform maneuvers other than stopping, parking, making a U-turn, or overtaking (typically used to prepare for a turn or exit).

What is the specific name for a road area marked with parallel diagonal stripes and bordered by a solid or broken line?

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