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Difficulty: MediumPedestrians

While stopped at a signal-controlled pedestrian crossing, the traffic light turns green, but an elderly person using a walking stick is still crossing and has only reached the middle of the road. What should you do?

  1. A
    Flash your headlights to prompt the pedestrian to move across more quickly
  2. Remain stationary and wait patiently until the pedestrian has safely reached the pavementAnswer
  3. C
    Move off immediately while fixating only on following the vehicle ahead in the next lane
  4. D
    Steer around the pedestrian without checking your mirrors or blind spots for overtaking vehicles

Answer

Remain stationary and wait patiently until the pedestrian has safely reached the pavement
Drivers must show patience and consideration towards vulnerable road users, such as older pedestrians who require more time to cross the road. Even when the green traffic signal permits movement, drivers must wait until the pedestrian has safely reached the footway before proceeding.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the vulnerable road user and assess the hazard at the crossing
Recognise that an elderly pedestrian with reduced mobility is currently crossing the carriageway
Older road users may take significantly more time to cross the street and may not be able to speed up quickly
2
Evaluate the signal change in accordance with the Highway Code
Understand that a green traffic light means you may proceed only if the crossing is completely clear
The Highway Code requires drivers to give vulnerable pedestrians extra time and care to complete their crossing safely
3
Select the appropriate driver action
Stay stopped at the line without revving the engine, edging forward, or flashing headlights until the pedestrian reaches the footway
This ensures the safety of the pedestrian and avoids intimidating or rushing them

Key Concept

Consideration and patience for vulnerable pedestrians taking extra time to cross
Estimated Time:1m 0s
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