Road Signs Test Railroad Crossing Signs 2

Question 1

Flashing red lights at a railroad crossing mean you must:

Accepted Answer

Stop and wait until the lights stop flashing and it is safe to cross

Answer

Flashing red lights at a railroad crossing have the same legal meaning as a red traffic light — you must stop and wait until the signal clears and it is safe to cross.

Question 2

When crossing gates are lowering or fully down, you must:

Accepted Answer

Stop and wait for the gates to fully rise before proceeding

Answer

Driving around lowered or lowering crossing gates is illegal and extremely dangerous; you must stop and wait until the gates fully rise.

Question 3

How close to the nearest rail must you stop when required to halt at a railroad crossing?

Accepted Answer

At least 15 feet

Answer

You must stop no closer than 15 feet from the nearest rail to ensure your vehicle is clear of the train's overhang and air blast.

Question 4

After a train passes and the lights stop flashing, you should:

Accepted Answer

Look and listen for a second train before crossing

Answer

A second train may approach from the opposite direction immediately after the first passes, so always look and listen in both directions before crossing.

Question 5

A 'LOW GROUND CLEARANCE CROSSING' sign warns that:

Accepted Answer

Vehicles with very low chassis may scrape or become stuck on raised tracks

Answer

This sign warns drivers of vehicles with low ground clearance — such as certain trailers or sports cars — that the track angle may cause the vehicle to bottom out.

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Road Signs Test Railroad Crossing Signs 2