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A pedestrian using a white cane or a guide dog is waiting to cross. What should you do?
- A.Honk to let them know you are there
- B.Wave them across quickly
- C.Yield and stop — the pedestrian is blind or visually impaired and has the right-of-way
- D.Proceed because they cannot see you
Correct answer
C. Yield and stop — the pedestrian is blind or visually impaired and has the right-of-way
Why
A white cane or guide dog signals a blind pedestrian, who must be given the right-of-way. Stop and wait patiently; do not honk or wave.
Manual topic: NY Driver's Manual (MV-21) - Chapter 5: Intersections and Turns · From the New York Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (NYC-047).