You’re on a motorway and there are red flashing lights above every lane. What must you do?

A: Pull onto the hard shoulder

B: Slow down and watch for further signals

C: Leave at the next exit

D: Stop and wait

Hint

Red flashing lights above all lanes mean you must stop and wait. You’ll also see a red cross lit up. Don’t change lanes, don’t continue and don’t pull onto the hard shoulder (unless in an emergency).

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