Revision question · Band 2 traffic signs and signals, car control, pedestrians, mechanical knowledge

You're waiting at a pelican crossing. What should you do if pedestrians are halfway across when the lights change to green?

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Drive on as soon as your way is clear

Rev your engine to make them hurry

Flash your headlights in case they've not heard you

Wait for them to finish crossing

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If the lights change to green at a pelican crossing, wait for any pedestrians to finish crossing. Allow them to cross the road in their own time, and don't try to hurry them by revving your engine.

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Rule 196Highway Code rule · A pelican flashing amber permits progress only when the crossing is clear; people already crossing retain priority.

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