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Sharing the roadQuestion 271 of 328

A school bus shows overhead amber lights flashing. What do they mean?

  1. The bus has stopped; you must stop now
  2. The bus is turning left
  3. The bus will stop soon; get ready to stop
  4. You may pass the bus
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Correct answer: The bus will stop soon; get ready to stop

Amber means the bus is stopping soon. Red lights and the stop arm mean you must stop.

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

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026