Should you exercise special caution when turning left at this intersection?

Description

Art. 3 para. 1 and art. 22 para. 1 of the Act of 20 June 1997 - Road Traffic Act (Journal of Laws of 2012, items 1137 and 1448)

Explanation

Correct answer: Yes

Yes, any manoeuvre involving a change of direction, including turning left, requires special caution. According to art. 22 para. 1 of the Road Traffic Act, a driver is obliged to exercise special caution when changing direction. The manoeuvre of turning left is potentially dangerous as it often involves crossing the path of oncoming vehicles and pedestrians.

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