At marked pedestrian crossings where pedestrians are present, what should you do?

At marked pedestrian crossings where pedestrians are present, what should you do?

• A. Stop and give way to pedestrians; proceed only when safe.
• B. Slow down and honk to alert pedestrians; proceed immediately.
• C. Maintain speed; pedestrians have priority only if in the crosswalk.
• D. Turn away and look for an alternative route.

Answer: (A)

When you see pedestrians at a marked crossing, the priority is theirs. You must stop and give way, allowing them to cross safely, and only move on once the crossing is clear and it’s safe to do so. Honking or continuing at speed while they’re crossing can endanger them and isn’t appropriate. So, proceed only when there is no longer anyone in the crosswalk and it’s safe to continue.

When you see pedestrians at a marked crossing, the priority is theirs. You must stop and give way, allowing them to cross safely, and only move on once the crossing is clear and it’s safe to do so. Honking or continuing at speed while they’re crossing can endanger them and isn’t appropriate. So, proceed only when there is no longer anyone in the crosswalk and it’s safe to continue.