Revision question · Road and traffic signs

What should the hard shoulder on a motorway be used for?

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As a place to stop to answer a mobile phone

As a place to stop when an emergency arises

As a place to stop for a short rest when you're tired

As a place to stop to check a road atlas

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As a place to stop when an emergency arisesThis was the right answer

A hard shoulder is not a rest area or a place to answer a phone. Use it only for an emergency or when authorised by signs, police or traffic officers. If a problem develops, reach an exit or service area when safely possible; otherwise go left to an emergency area or shoulder. If you cannot reach safety or exit safely, stay belted with hazards on and call 999.

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Rule 269Highway Code rule · An emergency can justify use of a hard shoulder, but a safer exit or service area is preferable where possible; it is not a rest or phone-answering place.Rule 277Highway Code rule · An emergency can justify use of a hard shoulder, but a safer exit or service area is preferable where possible; it is not a rest or phone-answering place.

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