What is shoulder of the road.?

Shoulder of the road refers to the area beside the paved roadway that is intended for emergency purposes. The shoulder of the road is designed to accommodate vehicles that need to stop due to any reason, including a flat tire or breakdown, or for emergency responders to park or stage their vehicles. The shoulder is often marked with white lines or a rumble strip to indicate its presence to drivers. It is important for drivers to only use the shoulder in emergency situations and not for parking or other reasons as it can obstruct the flow of traffic and cause accidents. Additionally, bicyclists and pedestrians may use the shoulder of the road for travel if there are no designated bike lanes or sidewalks available.