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Question 4838

If, because of a breakdown, you are driving on a freeway (autopista) at an abnormally low speed and disrupting traffic, what must you do?

  1. Stop on the shoulder and request assistance.
  2. Drive on the shoulder to the nearest service area.
  3. Drive on the shoulder and leave the freeway at the first exit.
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Correct answer: Drive on the shoulder and leave the freeway at the first exit.

If a breakdown forces you to drive below 60 km/h on a freeway and you are disrupting traffic, you must leave the traffic lanes, use the right shoulder, and take the first exit. Do not continue to the service area. In the image, the white van is traveling on the shoulder toward exit 24.

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