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At a roadway incident, lights and flares should be set up and visible at least how many feet in advance of the incident?

  1. A few yards

  2. B few hundred feet

  3. C one mile

  4. D ten feet

The correct answer is: B few hundred feet

Setting up lights and flares at least a few hundred feet in advance of a roadway incident is crucial for safety. This distance provides adequate warning for oncoming vehicles, allowing drivers enough time to react and navigate safely around the incident. In many emergency situations, such as car accidents or hazardous spills, providing a clear warning helps prevent secondary accidents and injuries. Establishing visibility several hundred feet in advance ensures that both approaching vehicles and traffic control personnel are aware of the situation well before they reach the confused or hazardous area. This proactive measure significantly enhances safety for both responders and the public by allowing for smoother traffic flow and minimizing the risk of further incidents occurring in the vicinity of the original hazard.

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