Right of wayQuestion 42 of 125

A maintenance truck shows a flashing amber light while it works. What do you do?

  1. Pass it at once
  2. Expect it to stay on the right side
  3. Give it the right of way and slow down
  4. Ignore the light
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Correct answer: Give it the right of way and slow down

Road maintenance machinery has the right of way when it shows a red flag or flashing amber light. It may be on the wrong side of the road.

Source: Nunavut Driver's Manual (Government of Nunavut, Motor Vehicles Division), Snowplows & Maintenance Machinery, page 57

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026