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Sharing the roadQuestion 188 of 296

You come to a railway crossing. Traffic ahead is slow, and there is no space for your car on the far side. What must you do?

  1. Wait before the crossing until there is space
  2. Drive onto the tracks and wait there
  3. Drive across quickly and stop after the tracks
  4. Stop on the tracks with your hazard lights on
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Correct answer: Wait before the crossing until there is space

Never enter a crossing if your car will not fit on the other side. You could be trapped on the tracks.

Source: Using the Road Regulations (N.S. Reg. 230/2026, in force 19 October 2026), Section 19, Railway grade crossings, page 11

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026