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Passing on the side indicated by the arrow is mandatory.
R-401a requires passing on the side of the traffic island, refuge or obstacle indicated by the arrow: to its right in this image. It is not a recommendation or a prohibition on passing on that side. Pass while respecting other users and other signs.
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It only recommends passing on that side.
Passing on the side indicated by the arrow is prohibited.
Passing on the side indicated by the arrow is mandatory.
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