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Revision question · Band 2 traffic signs and signals, car control, pedestrians, mechanical knowledge
You're driving on a motorway. What must you do if you see this signal above every lane?
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Stop on the hard shoulder
Slow down and watch for further signals
Leave at the next exit
Stop and wait
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Stop and waitThis was the right answer
Red flashing lights and a red 'X' above every lane means the road is closed and you mustn't go on any further. Stop and wait. Don't
• change lanes
• continue
• stop on the hard shoulder (unless in an emergency).
Reviewed reading for this question
Rule 258Highway Code rule · The original red-X artwork was inspected. Never pass a red X in its lane; if every lane shows it, stop.Know Your Traffic Signs: motorway signs and signalsReviewed guidance summary · The original red-X artwork was inspected. Never pass a red X in its lane; if every lane shows it, stop.