Under what condition must a bus driver come to a stop at a drawbridge?
Correct answer: When the bridge has no signal light or traffic attendant, stopping at least 50 feet from the draw.
Answer options
- AAt every drawbridge, even one with a signal light or attendant, stopping at least 50 feet from the draw
- BOnly when the draw is raised or opening, stopping at least 15 feet from its edge
- CWhen the bridge has no signal light or traffic attendant, stopping at least 50 feet from the draw Correct
Why
A full stop at least 50 feet short of the draw is required only where a drawbridge has neither a signal light nor an attendant controlling traffic, and you cross only after seeing that the draw is fully closed. Where a green signal or an attendant controls traffic, slowing down and checking is enough.
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Topic: Passenger vehicles License: CDL
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