When approaching a stopped vehicle near a crosswalk, what should drivers do?

• A. Speed up to pass
• B. Honk your horn
• C. Continue through at the same speed
• D. Slow down and prepare to stop

Answer: (D)

Slowing down and being prepared to stop is the safest approach when you see a stopped vehicle near a crosswalk. A vehicle that’s stopped can hide pedestrians who might be about to cross, and crosswalks are areas where pedestrians have the right of way. By reducing speed, you give yourself time to react and stop if needed, and you can stop at a safe distance behind the stopped vehicle to let pedestrians cross or to avoid a rear-end collision. Honking, speeding up to pass, or continuing at the same speed doesn’t address the hazard and can surprise or endanger anyone in or near the crosswalk. So the best move is to slow down and be ready to stop.