You’ve broken down on a two-way road. You have a warning triangle. At least how far from your vehicle should you place the warning triangle?

Question topic: Car , Incidents, accidents and emergencies

You've broken down on a two-way road. You have a warning triangle. At least how far from your vehicle should you place the warning triangle?

5 metres (16 feet)

25 metres (82 feet)

45 metres (147 feet)

100 metres (328 feet)

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Advance warning triangles fold flat and do not take up much room. Use one to warn other road users if your vehicle has broken down or if there has been an incident. Place it at least 45 metres (147 feet) behind your vehicle (or the incident), on the same side of the road or verge. Place it further back if the scene is hidden by, for example, a bend, hill or dip in the road. Do not use warning triangles on motorways.

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