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Right of wayQuestion 55 of 78

How far back must you stop for a pedestrian at a crosswalk?

  1. About one metre.
  2. At the crosswalk line, no more.
  3. About ten car lengths.
  4. About two to three car lengths.
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Correct answer: About two to three car lengths.

Stop far enough back so that traffic in other lanes can see the pedestrian and can stop.

Source: Driver’s Guide: Cars and Light Trucks (Government of Alberta, Spring 2026), Pedestrian safety, page 99

Practice the topic "Right of way"

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026