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Revision question · Band 1 road procedure
Why are hatch markings painted in the centre of the road?
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To make space for emergency vehicles
To mark an area to be used by overtaking motorcyclists
To warn of a lower speed limit ahead
To separate traffic flowing in opposite directions
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To separate traffic flowing in opposite directionsThis was the right answer
Hatch markings are painted at potentially dangerous areas to separate streams of traffic. For example, they can be seen at sharp bends and at junctions to protect traffic turning right.
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Rule 130Highway Code rule · The original road-marking artwork was inspected. Destination words guide lane choice; broken-boundary hatching may be entered only when necessary and safe.Rule 132Highway Code rule · The original road-marking artwork was inspected. Destination words guide lane choice; broken-boundary hatching may be entered only when necessary and safe.