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You are driving along a single carriageway road and see an area in the centre marked with white diagonal stripes bordered by a broken white line. According to the UK Highway Code, what rule applies to this marked area?

  1. A
    You must not enter the area under any circumstances unless facing a direct mechanical breakdown.
  2. You should not enter the area unless it is necessary and you can see that it is safe to do so.Answer
  3. C
    You may use the marked area freely as a routine overtaking lane whenever following slower traffic.
  4. D
    You can use the area to park or wait temporarily if you are waiting for a passenger.

Answer

You should not enter the area unless it is necessary and you can see that it is safe to do so.
According to UK Highway Code Rule 130, diagonal stripes and chevron markings are used to separate traffic streams or protect turning traffic. When bounded by a broken white line, drivers should not enter the area unless it is necessary and clearly safe to do so.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the type of road marking and boundary line.
The road features central diagonal hatched stripes bounded by a broken white line.
The nature of the boundary line determines whether an action is an advisory restriction or an absolute legal prohibition.
2
Apply UK Highway Code Rule 130 for broken-line hatched areas.
Rule 130 states that if the area is bordered by a broken white line, drivers should not enter unless it is necessary and safe.
This differentiates broken borders from solid white borders, where entry is strictly prohibited except in an emergency.

Key Concept

Highway Code regulations for central hatched markings and diagonal stripes (Rule 130)
Estimated Time:45s
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