When must drivers yield to pedestrians in crosswalks?

When must drivers yield to pedestrians in crosswalks?

• A. Only in school zones.
• B. Only when a crosswalk signal indicates it is allowed.
• C. Whenever a pedestrian is in or about to enter a crosswalk; stop if necessary.
• D. Pedestrians must yield to vehicles at all times.

Answer: (C)

Drivers must yield to pedestrians in crosswalks at all times. If you see a pedestrian in a crosswalk or about to enter one, slow down and stop if necessary to let them cross safely. Signals for pedestrians don’t change this fundamental duty—the right of way belongs to the pedestrian in the crosswalk, not limited to school zones or only when a signal says it’s allowed. Pedestrians do not have to yield to vehicles; the standard is that drivers yield to pedestrians.

Drivers must yield to pedestrians in crosswalks at all times. If you see a pedestrian in a crosswalk or about to enter one, slow down and stop if necessary to let them cross safely. Signals for pedestrians don’t change this fundamental duty—the right of way belongs to the pedestrian in the crosswalk, not limited to school zones or only when a signal says it’s allowed. Pedestrians do not have to yield to vehicles; the standard is that drivers yield to pedestrians.