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If you must stop on a highway because of an emergency, you should:
- A.Stop in the nearest travel lane
- B.Stop on the left shoulder of a divided highway by choice
- C.Pull as far off the road as possible and turn on hazard lights
- D.Leave the vehicle without any lights on
Correct answer
C. Pull as far off the road as possible and turn on hazard lights
Why
In an emergency stop, get as far off the traveled roadway as possible and use hazard lights. This reduces the chance of a following vehicle striking yours.
Manual topic: Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7) - Parking · From the Texas Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (TXC-156).