Why are school buses generally required to stop at every railroad crossing, regardless of whether a train appears to be approaching?

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1. Stopping at every crossing is only a suggestion and not a requirement for school buses, which may cross when the way looks clear
2. The requirement applies only to crossings on rural roads
3. The consequences of a train colliding with a bus full of children are severe enough to require this precaution every time
4. This requirement applies only to crossings without any warning signals installed

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