Question

class e general knowledge question #27 / 50
you are driving in stop-and-go traffic, and are approaching a railroad crossing;
select a letter to choose your answer.
a you must not stop on the tracks. make sure there is enough room for your vehicle on the other side of the crossing before you start to cross.
b it is okay to stop on the tracks if the traffic stops. if a train approaches, the vehicles ahead of you will move forward so you can drive off the tracks.
c you can stop on the railroad tracks if the traffic stops. if a train approaches, you can always drive off the tracks into the oncoming traffic lane.

Explanation:

When approaching a railroad crossing in stop - and - go traffic, safety regulations require that you never stop on the tracks. Option A states that you must not stop on the tracks and should ensure there's enough room on the other side before crossing, which is in line with safe driving practices at railroad crossings. Option B is incorrect because stopping on the tracks is dangerous and there's no guarantee that vehicles ahead will move forward if a train approaches. Option C is also incorrect as driving into the oncoming traffic lane is illegal and extremely dangerous.

Answer:

A. You must not stop on the tracks. Make sure there is enough room for your vehicle on the other side of the crossing before you start to cross.