You’re on a smart motorway. A mandatory speed limit is displayed above the hard shoulder. What does this mean?

A: You shouldn't travel in this lane

B: The hard shoulder can be used as a running lane

C: You can park on the hard shoulder if you feel tired

D: You can pull up in this lane to answer a mobile phone

A mandatory speed-limit sign above the hard shoulder shows that this part of the road can be used as a running lane between junctions. You must stay within the speed limit. Look out for vehicles that may have broken down and could be blocking the hard sho

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