What is the first action you should take if your vehicle must stop on a roadway due to trouble?

• A. Turn on emergency flashers if you are not moving.
• B. Pull off the road away from all traffic.
• C. Give others plenty of warning that you're pulling over.
• D. If you cannot get off the road, stop where people can see you & your vehicle from behind.

Answer: (C)

The first action when your vehicle must stop on a roadway is to give others plenty of warning that you're pulling over. Making your intent clear early gives approaching drivers time to slow down and pass safely, which greatly reduces the chance of a collision as you react to the situation. After you've alerted traffic, you should try to move your vehicle off the travel lanes if possible. If you can’t get off the road, choose a spot where you and your vehicle remain visible to other drivers, especially those approaching from behind. Using hazard lights can support the warning, but the priority is to alert other motorists first so they can adjust their speed and spacing before you change position.