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Sharing the roadQuestion 187 of 296

A railway crossing has a crossing sign and a stop sign. What must you do?

  1. Slow down and go on if you see no train
  2. Stop only if you see a train
  3. Stop with your front wheels on the first rail
  4. Stop no closer than 5 m from the nearest rail, then go on with caution
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Correct answer: Stop no closer than 5 m from the nearest rail, then go on with caution

A stop sign at a crossing means a full stop. Stop no closer than 5 m from the nearest rail. Then look and listen before you go.

Source: Using the Road Regulations (N.S. Reg. 230/2026, in force 19 October 2026), Section 19, Railway grade crossings, page 10

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026