Revision question · Road and traffic signs

What must you do when you're approaching a pelican crossing in its flashing amber phase?

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Give way to pedestrians on the crossing

Encourage pedestrians to cross

Wait until the green light appears

Stop even if the crossing is clear

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Give way to pedestrians on the crossingThis was the right answer

When the amber light is flashing, you must give way to any pedestrians on the crossing. Don't be impatient or encourage pedestrians to cross by waving or flashing your headlights; they or other road users may misunderstand your signal.

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Rule 196Highway Code rule · At a pelican flashing amber, give way to anyone on the crossing; do not wave others into it.

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