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You are approaching a pedestrian crossing that has white zig-zag lines marked on the road. What do these markings strictly prohibit?

  1. A
    Parking briefly to load or unload goods with hazard warning lights on
  2. Parking, waiting, and overtaking the leading moving vehicleAnswer
  3. C
    Overtaking stationary vehicles when the pedestrian crossing is clear
  4. D
    Flashing headlights to signal waiting pedestrians that it is safe to cross

Answer

Parking, waiting, and overtaking the leading moving vehicle are strictly prohibited within the zig-zag area.
According to the Highway Code (Rule 191), the white zig-zag lines marked on both the approach to and exit from pedestrian crossings strictly prohibit parking, waiting, and overtaking the leading moving vehicle. This ensures clear visibility for both drivers and pedestrians crossing the road.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the purpose of white zig-zag markings on approach to and exit from a pedestrian crossing.
White zig-zag lines designate a strictly controlled safety and visibility zone around pedestrian crossings.
Recognising the marking is necessary to determine which specific Highway Code regulations apply.
2
Recall the legal restrictions mandated under Highway Code Rule 191 for zig-zag areas.
Drivers must not park, wait, or overtake within the zig-zag markings at any time.
Maintaining clear sightlines ensures drivers can see approaching pedestrians and pedestrians can see traffic.

Key Concept

Highway Code rules on white zig-zag markings at pedestrian crossings prohibiting parking, waiting, and overtaking.
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