Revision question · Band 1 road procedure

Where is it too dangerous to use a breakdown warning triangle?

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On a dual carriageway

On a single-track road

On a motorway

On a one-way street

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If your vehicle breaks down, be aware of the danger to, and from, other traffic. Get your vehicle off the road if possible. Use a warning triangle to alert other road users to the obstruction, unless you're on a motorway.

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Rule 276Highway Code rule · A warning triangle belongs at least 45 metres behind on an ordinary road when safe, never on a motorway.

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