Ch. 4 Sharing the Road

What must you do at a stop sign with a marked stop line?

• Slow down and proceed if the way is clear.

• Come to a complete stop before the line.

• Stop only if pedestrians are present.

• Yield to traffic but do not stop if the way is clear.

When should you come to a complete stop?

• Only at a flashing red traffic light.

• When a flag person or traffic device directs you to stop.

• Only at a railroad crossing with a stop sign.

• Only at a bridge that has been raised.

What is the minimum distance you must stop from a school bus with its red lights flashing and stop arm extended?

• 10 feet

• 15 feet

• 20 feet

• 25 feet

What does a flashing red light at a railroad crossing indicate?

• Proceed with caution.

• Stop and yield to oncoming traffic.

• Treat it as you would a stop sign.

• Slow down and prepare to stop if a train is approaching.

It is against the law to pass on the right side of a school bus when it is displaying which type of lights?

• Red or yellow flashing lights.

• Yellow flashing lights only.

• Red flashing lights only.

• Any lights, as long as the stop arm is extended.

What is the penalty for violating the law regarding passing a school bus with its red lights flashing and stop arm extended in Minnesota?

• A warning and a mandatory driving class

• A fine of not less than $500 and possible withdrawal of driving privileges

• A fine of $250 and two points on the driving record

• Community service for 30 hours

Under what condition are you not required to stop for a school bus with its red lights flashing if it is on the opposite side of the road?

• If the bus is moving slowly

• If there is a median or barrier dividing the roadway

• If the bus is in a residential area

• If the bus is on a road with two lanes

What action can a law enforcement officer take if they have probable cause to believe a driver has violated the school bus passing law?

• Issue a warning

• Require the driver to attend a safety course

• Arrest the driver within four hours of the violation

• Suspend the driver's license on the spot

What is the penalty for a vehicle owner if their vehicle is used to violate the school bus stop arm law and they cannot prove someone else was driving?

• No penalty

• A warning

• A petty misdemeanor

• A gross misdemeanor

What must you do when you see a student safety patrol assisting schoolmates with crossing a street or highway?

• Slow down and proceed with caution

• Honk to alert the safety patrol

• Come to a complete stop

• Continue driving at a normal speed