You are driving on a city street and approach a mid-block pedestrian crosswalk equipped with a Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon (HAWK signal). The signal sequence has just changed to alternating flashing red lights while pedestrians are walking across the roadway. What action is the driver legally required to take?
- Come to a complete stop at the stop line, yield to all pedestrians in the crosswalk, and proceed only after the crosswalk is clearAnswer
- BRemain completely stopped at the stop line until the beacon overhead turns entirely dark and unlit
- CSlow down and proceed cautiously through the crosswalk without stopping if pedestrians are in the opposite lane
- DMaintain cruising speed because alternating flashing red lights serve only as an advisory warning of potential pedestrians ahead
Answer
The driver must bring the vehicle to a complete stop at the stop line, yield the right-of-way to any pedestrians crossing, and proceed cautiously once the crosswalk is completely clear.
During the alternating flashing red phase of a Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon, drivers must come to a complete stop at the stop line or marked crosswalk line. After stopping, drivers must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing the street. Once all pedestrians have safely cleared the driver's side and path, the driver may legally proceed through the crosswalk even while the red lights continue to flash.
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Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon (HAWK Signal) Compliance
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