You're driving at night. What does it mean if you see a pedestrian wearing reflective clothing and carrying a red light?
- A You're approaching roadworks
- B You're approaching an organised walk
- C You're approaching a slow-moving vehicle
- D You're approaching a young horse
Why this is the answer
The people involved in an organised walk should be keeping to the left. The walker at the back of the group should be showing a red light, while the one at the front should show a white light. Pass slowly and safely, and be aware that the pedestrians have their backs to you and might not know that you're there.
Why the other answers don't fit
- A
- You're approaching roadworks — Roadworks are lit by signs, cones and amber beacons.
- C
- You're approaching a slow-moving vehicle — A slow vehicle carries an amber beacon and a plate.
- D
- You're approaching a young horse — A young horse is not marked by a person on foot carrying a light.
Where this question comes from
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Asked in: Driving Instructor (ADI Part 1)
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