Sharing the roadQuestion 269 of 328

A school bus has its overhead red lights flashing. You are behind it. How far back must you stop?

  1. At least 20 metres
  2. At least 5 metres
  3. At least 10 metres
  4. At least 50 metres
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Correct answer: At least 20 metres

Wait until the bus drives away and its red lights and stop arm are off.

Source: The Official MTO Driver's Handbook (Ontario Ministry of Transportation), Sharing the road with other road users, Sharing the road with school buses

Practice sharing the road

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026