If a pedestrian is in a crosswalk and begins to cross, you should

If a pedestrian is in a crosswalk and begins to cross, you should

• A. Sound your horn to hurry them.
• B. Continue slowly and pass in front of the pedestrian.
• C. Speed up to pass before they reach your lane.
• D. Stop and wait until the crosswalk is clear.

Answer: (D)

Pedestrians in crosswalks have the right of way, and drivers must yield to someone who is starting to cross. When a pedestrian begins to cross, you should stop and wait until the crosswalk is clear before you proceed. This protects the pedestrian and reduces the chance of a collision, and it is the safe and legal action to take. Horns, trying to pass in front of the pedestrian, or speeding up to beat them across are dangerous and can cause crashes. Stopping gives you the time to assess whether the pedestrian has finished crossing and whether it’s safe to proceed.

Pedestrians in crosswalks have the right of way, and drivers must yield to someone who is starting to cross. When a pedestrian begins to cross, you should stop and wait until the crosswalk is clear before you proceed. This protects the pedestrian and reduces the chance of a collision, and it is the safe and legal action to take.

Horns, trying to pass in front of the pedestrian, or speeding up to beat them across are dangerous and can cause crashes. Stopping gives you the time to assess whether the pedestrian has finished crossing and whether it’s safe to proceed.