Speed and stoppingQuestion 205 of 328

A school bus is stopped with its upper red lights flashing. You come from behind it. What is the least distance you must stay back?

  1. 10 metres
  2. 20 metres
  3. 5 metres
  4. 30 metres
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Correct answer: 20 metres

Stop at least 20 metres behind the bus. Wait until it leaves or its lights go off.

Source: The Official MTO Driver's Handbook (Ontario Ministry of Transportation), Stopping for school buses

Practice speed and stopping

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026