Why should a driver keep a safe distance from bystanders and traffic if a tank vehicle is disabled on the roadway with a suspected hazardous cargo?

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1. Distance from bystanders has no bearing on safety in this situation
2. A leaking or unstable load could pose a danger to anyone nearby, so keeping people at a distance reduces risk until help arrives
3. This precaution matters only if the cargo is confirmed hazardous, not merely suspected, since unconfirmed cargo poses no real risk
4. Bystanders should be encouraged to inspect the tank to help identify the problem

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