Sharing the roadQuestion 253 of 318
A police car with flashing lights is stopped on a road with one lane in each direction. What must you do, if it is safe?
- Stay at the edge of the road, near the officer.
- Slow down and move closer to the middle line.
- Pass at the same speed, in the centre of the lane.
- Stop and wait for the police car to leave.
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Correct answer: Slow down and move closer to the middle line.
On a road with one lane in each direction, move as close as possible to the middle line to stay away from the workers. Return to the centre of the lane after you pass them.
Source: Driver's Handbook, 2nd edition (SAAQ, 2018), Chapter 4, Traffic Rules > Move-Over Law, page 243
Practice sharing the roadQuestions last reviewed: 18 October 2026