(88/91) You want to make a right turn at the corner. A pedestrian with a guide dog is at the corner ready to cross the street in front of you. Before making your right turn, you should:
Accuracy: 100.0%
AI Difficulty: 3
Explanation
AI Difficulty Assessment
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Question Analysis
This question focuses on the pedestrian right-of-way rules, specifically regarding pedestrians with guide dogs. In California, pedestrians have the right of way at corners and crosswalks. The presence of a guide dog indicates a visually impaired pedestrian, which requires additional caution and patience from drivers. According to California Vehicle Code (CVC) §21963, drivers must yield the right of way to blind pedestrians carrying a white cane or accompanied by a guide dog. In actual driving, this means waiting until the pedestrian has completely crossed the street before proceeding.
Correct Answer Analysis
Correct Answer: Wait until the person cross the street
The correct answer is to wait until the person crosses the street. This response complies with California law that mandates yielding the right of way to pedestrians, especially those with disabilities such as visual impairment. By waiting, you ensure the safety of the pedestrian and adhere to traffic laws. Practically, this means stopping well in advance of the crosswalk and maintaining observation until the pedestrian has safely crossed your path.
Wrong Options Analysis
Option: Tell the pedestrian when to cross the street
This option is incorrect because drivers should not direct pedestrians when to cross, particularly those who are visually impaired. It could lead to confusion or accidents, as the pedestrian may rely on auditory cues or their guide dog. Drivers must simply yield and wait.
Option: Turn off your engine until the person crosses the street
While this demonstrates a willingness to wait, turning off the engine is unnecessary and impractical for routine stops. It could also cause delays to other traffic. The key requirement is to yield and wait patiently without unnecessary actions that might disrupt the flow of traffic.
About this California Class C License question
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