How should you react when a pedestrian near your car is blind and relies on a white cane or a guide dog, like the man shown?

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Why

A white cane or guide dog means the person cannot see your vehicle, so you must ease off, let the pedestrian go first, and be ready to come to a complete stop.

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Topic: Sharing the road   License: Car permit

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• Pedestrians, Children and School Buses

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