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Road Signs & Traffic Signals

A pedestrian signal changes to a flashing orange hand symbol. What should a pedestrian who has not yet started crossing do?

  • A.Not start crossing, because the signal is about to change
  • B.Start crossing quickly
  • C.Wave at drivers and cross anyway
  • D.Cross only in the middle of the block
Correct answer

A. Not start crossing, because the signal is about to change

Why

A flashing hand means do not start to cross. If you are already in the crosswalk, continue to the other side or to a safety island.

Manual topic: Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95) - Chapter 2: Signals, Signs and Pavement Markings · From the Pennsylvania Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (PAC-018).

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