New South Wales · Driver Knowledge Test (DKT) · Road rules

What does a flashing red pedestrian symbol mean for pedestrians?

The answer

  • They may start to cross
  • They must not start to cross, but may finish crossing if already on the road Correct
  • They must stop immediately where they are
  • They may cross only at a run

Why that's the answer

A flashing red pedestrian symbol means pedestrians must not start to cross, but anyone already crossing may finish. As a driver, you must give way to any pedestrian still crossing when the signal is flashing red.

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