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Sharing the roadQuestion 270 of 318

There is no sidewalk along a road. Where must a pedestrian walk?

  1. On the shoulder, with the traffic.
  2. In the lane, near the centre line, facing traffic.
  3. In the lane, near the right edge, with traffic behind.
  4. On the shoulder, facing oncoming traffic.
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Correct answer: On the shoulder, facing oncoming traffic.

A pedestrian must use the sidewalk. With no sidewalk, he or she walks on the shoulder or at the road edge, facing the traffic that comes.

Source: Driver's Handbook, 2nd edition (SAAQ, 2018), Chapter 4, Traffic Rules > Pedestrians, page 260

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026