Revision question · The driver

You're driving on the motorway and want to use your mobile phone. What should you do before using it?

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Reduce your speed to 40 mph

Stop on the hard shoulder

Move into the left-hand lane

Stop in a safe place when you can

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Stop in a safe place when you canThis was the right answer

Plan your journey and take breaks to keep in touch if necessary. When driving on motorways, you can't just stop to use your mobile phone. You'll need to turn off the motorway or wait until you reach the next service area. Avoid being distracted by switching your phone off while you're driving; use the message facility to listen to any calls when you've parked safely.

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Rule 149Highway Code rule · These question-specific links cover holding a phone, arranging a safe stop and hands-free distraction. The photographed driver is holding the device, and a motorway hard shoulder is not a routine telephone stop.

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