Revision question · Band 1 road procedure

What should you do if you feel drowsy while you're driving on a motorway?

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Stop on the hard shoulder for a sleep

Speed up to arrive at your destination sooner

Slow down and let other drivers overtake

Leave the motorway and find a safe place to park

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Leave the motorway and find a safe place to parkThis was the right answer

If you feel drowsy while driving on a motorway, find a safe and legal place to park as soon as you can. This will mean either leaving the motorway at the next exit or pulling in at the next service area.

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Rule 91Highway Code rule · Plan breaks and leave the motorway or use a service area when sleepy; ventilation is only a short bridge to a safe stop.

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