Is it permitted to perform a U-turn on a conventional road?

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The correct answer is yes, but under specific safety conditions. On conventional roads, making a U-turn is generally permitted unless a vertical sign or road marking (solid line) expressly prohibits it. However, for it to be legal, it is essential to choose a suitable place that offers full visibility and sufficient space to complete the maneuver in a single turn without obstructing traffic. Saying 'yes at any point' is incorrect because it is prohibited on curves and hill crests with reduced visibility, regardless of signaling. Saying 'always prohibited' is also false, as the maneuver is legitimate if safety conditions are met.

Is it permitted to perform a U-turn on a conventional road?

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