Revision question · Motorway rules

You're on a motorway. The hard shoulder is not being used as a running lane. When should you use the hard shoulder?

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When you're stopping in an emergency

When you're leaving the motorway

When you're stopping for a rest

When you're joining the motorway

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When you're stopping in an emergencyThis was the right answer

Don’t use the hard shoulder for stopping unless it's an emergency. If you want to stop for any other reason, go to the next exit or service area.

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Rule 269Highway Code rule · A hard shoulder not open as a running lane is for emergencies or authorised directions, not a break or shortcut.

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