(58/200) Approaching the rear of a stopped school bus with alternating flashing RED lights, a driver must:

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Sound the horn to warn pedestrians and proceed slowly Stop behind the bus and wait until the alternating red lights stop flashing Move into the left lane, slow to 30 km/h, and carefully pass Stop behind the bus, check for pedestrians, then slowly pass if clear

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In New York State, when a school bus displays alternating flashing red lights (either stopped or about to stop), all traffic in both directions must stop at least 20 feet away from the bus. The driver must remain stopped until the red lights stop flashing and the bus resumes motion or the driver signals that it is safe to proceed. This rule is strictly enforced to protect children boarding or exiting the bus. Passing a stopped school bus with red lights flashing is illegal and subject to heavy fines and license suspension.

Correct Answer Analysis

Correct Answer: Stop behind the bus and wait until the alternating red lights stop flashing

The correct action is to stop behind the bus and wait until the alternating red lights stop flashing. This complies with NYS law, which requires all vehicles to stop and remain stopped until the red lights are no longer flashing. This ensures the safety of children who may be crossing the road.

Wrong Options Analysis

Option: Sound the horn to warn pedestrians and proceed slowly

Honking the horn is not required and could startle children or pedestrians. Proceeding while red lights are flashing is illegal and dangerous, as children may be crossing.

Option: Move into the left lane, slow to 30 km/h, and carefully pass

Passing a stopped school bus with red lights flashing is prohibited in all lanes and directions. Slowing down does not make it legal; you must stop completely and wait.

Option: Stop behind the bus, check for pedestrians, then slowly pass if clear

Even if you check for pedestrians, you must not pass while the red lights are flashing. The law requires you to remain stopped until the lights stop flashing, regardless of whether the road appears clear.

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(58/200) Approaching the rear of a stopped school bus with alternating flashing RED lights, a driver must:

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