Revision question · Band 1 road procedure

Your vehicle breaks down while you're driving on a two-way road. What's the minimum distance behind your vehicle you should place a warning triangle?

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25 metres (82 feet)

45 metres (147 feet)

90 metres (294 feet)

125 metres (408 feet)

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45 metres (147 feet)This was the right answer

If your vehicle breaks down, use hazard warning lights as well as a warning triangle or other device to warn other drivers. It's even more important to do this in the dark. Warning triangles should be placed at least 45 metres (147 feet) from your vehicle and on the same side of the road. Don't use a warning triangle on a motorway.

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Rule 276Highway Code rule · On a non-motorway road, place a warning triangle at least 45 metres behind when it can be done safely.

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