What should you do when approaching a crosswalk with a pedestrian waiting to cross?

• A. Speed up to pass before they start crossing.
• B. Stop only if a traffic signal is red.
• C. Slow down, yield, and allow them to cross safely; proceed when clear.
• D. Honking to hurry them.

Answer: (C)

When approaching a crosswalk with a pedestrian waiting to cross, the priority is safety and right-of-way. The best action is to slow down, yield to the pedestrian, and allow them to cross safely; you may proceed only when the crosswalk is clear. This behavior aligns with traffic laws that require drivers to yield to pedestrians in crosswalks and helps prevent collisions.

The other options are unsafe or incorrect. Speeding up to pass before they start crossing creates a real risk of hitting the pedestrian. Stopping only if a traffic signal is red ignores the right of pedestrians to cross and can lead to dangerous situations. Honking to hurry them distracts and can startle the pedestrian, increasing the chance of an accident.