California Driver License (DMV) Written Practice Test

When approaching a stopped school bus with flashing red lights, you must:

1. Turn on your hazards

2. Stop and remain stopped

3. Slow down and pass with caution

4. Ignore the school bus

The correct answer is: Stop and remain stopped

When approaching a stopped school bus with flashing red lights, it is important to remember that these lights indicate that children are either getting on or off the bus. Therefore, to ensure the safety of the children, it is necessary to stop and remain stopped until the bus resumes motion or the red lights stop flashing. Option A (turning on your hazards) is incorrect because this does not indicate to the bus driver that you are stopping, and it does not warn other drivers to stop as well. Option C (slow down and pass with caution) is incorrect because passing a stopped school bus with flashing red lights is illegal and can be extremely dangerous for the children and other drivers on the road. Option D (ignore the school bus) is incorrect because, as mentioned, passing a stopped school bus with flashing red lights is illegal and can result in severe consequences. It is important to always prioritize the safety of