RR-011 — Emergency Vehicle Response

Question

An ambulance approaches from behind with its siren on. What should you do?

A. Speed up to stay ahead of it B. Give it immediate right of way, moving left and stopping if needed C. Maintain your speed and ignore it until it passes

Correct answer: B

Explanation

Emergency vehicles must be given immediate and absolute right of way — move to the left and stop if necessary. Speeding up or ignoring it obstructs an emergency response and is unlawful.

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Ontology RR-011 — Emergency Vehicle Response [relates] Emergency Vehicles and Accidents RR-011 — Emergency Vehicle Response [relates] Emergency Vehicles and Accidents

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