Class 7 Coach
Right of wayQuestion 87 of 235

The lights at a railway crossing flash and the bell rings. How far from the nearest rail must the first driver stop?

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

The driver nearest the crossing must stay back from the rail. The driver must wait until the lights and bells stop and the train has passed.

Source: Driver’s Guide: Cars and Light Trucks (Government of Alberta, Spring 2026), Railway crossings, page 106

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026