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When you are required to stop at a railroad crossing, where should you stop?
- A.Right on the nearest rail so you can see both ways best
- B.At least 100 feet before the crossing in all cases
- C.With the front of the vehicle no closer than 15 feet and no farther than 50 feet from the nearest rail
- D.Distance does not matter as long as you stop
Correct answer
C. With the front of the vehicle no closer than 15 feet and no farther than 50 feet from the nearest rail
Why
The 15-to-50-foot window keeps you clear of a passing train's overhang while staying close enough to see down the track. Stopping closer risks being struck; stopping farther back hurts your view and your start.
Manual topic: Combination Vehicles - Railroad Crossings · From the Combination Vehicles practice bank (CV-183).