You're on a motorway. What does it mean when a red cross is displayed above the hard shoulder?
- A Stop in this lane to answer your mobile phone
- B You may use this lane as a running lane
- C This lane can be used if you need a rest
- D You should not use this lane as a running lane
Why this is the answer
On motorways, the hard shoulder can be used as a running lane when a speed limit is shown above it. However, a red cross above the hard shoulder means that this lane should not be used, except for emergencies and breakdowns.
Why the other answers don't fit
- A
- Stop in this lane to answer your mobile phone — A phone call is never a reason to stop in a live lane.
- B
- You may use this lane as a running lane — A red cross means the opposite — the lane is closed.
- C
- This lane can be used if you need a rest — A closed lane is not a rest area.
Where this comes from
- Driving Buses and Coaches — section 8
- Driving Goods Vehicles — section 8
- The Highway Code — rule 269 , page 122
- Know Your Traffic Signs — page 104
Rule numbers link to The Highway Code on gov.uk.
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Asked in: Lorry & Bus (LGV/PCV)
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