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What should a driver do if they wish to drive across a busy road and the traffic lights which normally control the junction are temporarily out of action?

  1. Sound the horn and proceed slowly to cross the road.
  2. Correct answerTake good observation, wait for a clear break in the traffic and proceed to cross the road safely.
  3. Slowly force their way across using hazard warning lights if necessary.
  4. Switch on headlights and use hand signals to show other drivers their intention to cross and then proceed.

Explanation

Always read the road ahead and be prepared to react to any traffic situation. In this case, do not proceed until it is clear and safe to do so. Do not assume that you have the right of way.

Read in Chinese

如果司机想要穿过繁忙的道路,而通常控制路口的交通信号灯暂时失效,他们应该怎么做?

  1. 鸣响喇叭,慢行通过道路。
  2. 仔细观察,等待交通空隙,然后安全过马路。
  3. 如有必要,缓慢地使用危险警示灯强行通过。
  4. 打开车灯并使用手势信号向其他驾驶员表明他们打算穿过,然后继续行驶。

始终观察前方道路,并准备对任何交通情况做出反应。在这种情况下,只有在明确且安全时才继续前进。不要假设自己拥有优先通行权。

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