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Question 5553

Because of a breakdown, you are driving on a freeway at 50 km/h and impeding other road users; what must you do?

  1. Always bring the vehicle to a stop on the shoulder.
  2. Drive in the right lane.
  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.

At 50 km/h, you are below the freeway's minimum speed. If this seriously disrupts traffic and your vehicle does not exceed 3,500 kg, move onto the right shoulder if it is usable and wide enough, and leave at the first exit. You do not have to stop on the shoulder.

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