Question 6260
When approaching a pedestrian who wants to cross the roadway, what must you do?
- Reduce your speed and stop if necessary.
- Continue driving, since the vehicle has the right-of-way.
- Sound the horn and continue at the same speed.
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Correct answer: Reduce your speed and stop if necessary.
If you see a pedestrian who wants to cross, you must slow down and stop if necessary. You must do this even if your vehicle has the right-of-way there, because avoiding hitting the pedestrian comes first. In the image, the woman is waiting next to a crosswalk, where she also has the right-of-way. Honking and continuing at the same speed will not let you stop if she steps onto the roadway.