(130/133) What should you do when you see this sign?
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Explanation
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Question Analysis
This question tests recognition of the standard railroad crossing warning sign (the round yellow sign with a black 'X' and two black 'R's). According to the Texas Driver Handbook, when you approach a railroad crossing with this sign, you must slow down, look both ways, and listen for an approaching train. You should be prepared to stop if a train is coming. The sign does not require a full stop unless a train is present, a gate is lowered, or a flagger signals you to stop.
Correct Answer Analysis
Correct Answer: Slow down and yield for trains.
The correct action is to slow down and yield for trains. The round yellow railroad advance warning sign indicates that you are approaching a railroad crossing. Texas law requires drivers to slow down, look and listen for trains, and yield the right-of-way to any train that is approaching. This is the proper and safe response to the sign.
Wrong Options Analysis
Option: Look for a train station ahead.
This sign warns of a railroad crossing, not a train station. Looking for a train station is irrelevant to the required action at a crossing.
Option: Signal before going any further.
There is no requirement to signal when approaching a railroad crossing. Signaling is used for turns or lane changes, not for this warning sign.
Option: Stop.
A full stop is not required at every railroad crossing with this sign. You must stop only if a train is approaching, a gate is down, or a flagger or signal directs you to stop. Otherwise, slowing down and yielding is sufficient.
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