Question 7034
Outside a built-up area, when approaching a stationary vehicle on the roadway, what precautions should be taken?
- Maintain your speed and pay attention to compliance with vertical signs.
- None if there are no vehicles coming from the opposite direction.
- Reduce your speed and, if necessary, stop the vehicle.
Show answer and explanation
Correct answer: Reduce your speed and, if necessary, stop the vehicle.
Outside a built-up area, a stationary vehicle on the roadway usually indicates a breakdown or a crash, and someone could get out or move around it. As you approach, you slow down and stop if necessary. In the image, the gray passenger car has its hazard lights on and a van is coming toward you, so you wait behind the car. Even without oncoming traffic, you would still need to slow down.