Car permit · Sharing the road
An emergency vehicle with its lights flashing is approaching. What are you required to do?
Correct answer: Steer to the curb and come to a full stop.
Answer options
- ACarry on at your normal speed without changing lanes
- BSteer to the curb and come to a full stop Correct
- CEase off the gas but keep going in your lane
Why
You must yield to an approaching emergency vehicle that is using its lights by pulling over to the curb or edge of the road and stopping. Stay stopped until it has gone by; slowing down in your lane can still leave you in its path.
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Topic: Sharing the road License: Car permit
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Where it applies: Asked in every state. Compare permit tests by state
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This question is part of Who Goes First: Right-of-Way (22 questions). Take the full set and check your score.
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