Traffic lights and markingsQuestion 86 of 328

A pedestrian is in the road when the hand signal appears. Who has the right-of-way?

  1. The driver who has a green light
  2. The pedestrian
  3. The driver who is turning
  4. The first vehicle to reach the crosswalk
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Correct answer: The pedestrian

A pedestrian who has started to cross still has the right-of-way. The pedestrian must go to a safe area fast.

Source: The Official MTO Driver's Handbook (Ontario Ministry of Transportation), Pedestrian signals

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026