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When is towing of a vehicle in a traffic collision required?

  1. Only if the vehicle is inoperable

  2. If the vehicle is damaged or there is a death, injury, or vehicle code violation

  3. Whenever the officer deems it necessary

  4. Only if requested by the vehicle owner

The correct answer is: If the vehicle is damaged or there is a death, injury, or vehicle code violation

In a traffic collision, towing of a vehicle is required if the vehicle is damaged, if there is a death or injury involved, or if there is a vehicle code violation. Option A and D are incorrect as they only apply to specific situations, whereas towing may be necessary in other circumstances as well. Option C may be misleading as officers do have discretion in deciding when to tow a vehicle, but they must do so if any of the criteria listed in option B are present.