Sharing the roadQuestion 175 of 296

A school bus shows flashing amber lights. What do these lights mean for you?

  1. You must stop at once and stay stopped
  2. You must not pass the bus at all
  3. The bus will stop soon. You may pass with caution.
  4. You must speed up and pass quickly
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Correct answer: The bus will stop soon. You may pass with caution.

Amber lights warn that the bus is about to stop. You may go by with caution, but be ready to stop if the red lights start.

Source: Nova Scotia Driver's Handbook (Service Nova Scotia, 2000, reprinted with revisions to 2017), Chapter 2, Rules of the Road: Drivers and school buses, page 68

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026