Revision question · Motorway rules

When would you use an emergency area on a motorway?

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In cases of emergency or breakdown

If you think you'll be involved in a road rage incident

To stop and check where you are

To make a private phone call

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In cases of emergency or breakdownThis was the right answer

On some motorways, emergency areas are built at the side of the carriageway. If you break down, try to get your vehicle into the emergency area where there's an emergency telephone. The phone connects directly to a control centre. Before rejoining the motorway, you must call the control centre - a lane may need to be closed to allow you to rejoin safely.

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Emergency areas are not rest areasReviewed guidance summary · The current emergency-area and stopping rules differ in number from the imported archive.

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