Australian Capital Territory · Road Rules Knowledge Test · Pedestrians and cyclists

Traffic is queued in the left lane and the car at the front has stopped at a pedestrian crossing. The right lane is clear. What may you do?

The answer

  • Pass if no pedestrian has stepped onto the road yet
  • Use the right lane to pass, since the crossing looks clear from there
  • Nothing - you must not overtake a stationary vehicle at the crossing, in either lane Correct
  • Pass at walking pace with your hazard lights on

Why that's the answer

You must not overtake a stationary vehicle at a pedestrian, wombat or school pedestrian crossing. The stopped car is hiding whoever it stopped for.

Where this rule comes from

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