Why should a driver instruct students to wait until given a signal before crossing the road in front of the bus, rather than crossing as soon as the bus has stopped?
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Correct answer to question 100 (School Bus): The driver needs a moment to confirm the road is actually clear and safe before students step into the crossing area
Why
Requiring students to wait for the driver's signal gives the driver a chance to confirm all traffic has actually stopped and the road is clear before anyone steps into the crossing path.
Updated: November 2026