How must the U-turn maneuver be executed to intercept the roadway for the shortest possible time?

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The General Traffic Regulations stipulate that, in order not to endanger or obstruct other users, a U-turn must be performed by choosing a suitable place where the roadway is intercepted for the shortest possible time. The correct answer combines two key factors: safety and efficiency. First, you must warn of your intention in advance (left turn signal) so as not to surprise others. Second, you must execute it quickly and in the smallest space possible (ideally in a single turn), clearing the roadway as soon as possible. Waiting unnecessarily in the center or relying on signals from third parties are unsafe or inefficient practices.

How must the U-turn maneuver be executed to intercept the roadway for the shortest possible time?

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