Bus stop ahead: what it means

What it means

There is a bus stop ahead.

What you must do

Be aware that buses may slow down and stop. Look out for pedestrians when overtaking.

Where you see it

On the left-hand side of any road.

Remember

Bus stop ahead: buses may stop, and pedestrians may be about.

Test yourself

1. Question 1

   Which of these signs indicates that there is a bus stop ahead?

   

   

   

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   Answer: Picture A

   A Bus stop ahead sign tells you that there is a bus stop ahead.

2. Question 2

   

   You are following a bus and pass a bus stop ahead sign. What must you be aware of?

   • A That buses must yield to all following vehicles
   • B That buses may slow down and stop
   • C That buses may not be overtaken on that road
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   Answer: B: That buses may slow down and stop

   You must be aware that buses may slow down and stop.

3. Question 3

   

   You have passed a bus stop ahead sign and decide to overtake a bus. For whom must you look out when overtaking?

   • A Traffic officers
   • B Motor cyclists
   • C Pedestrians
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   Answer: C: Pedestrians

   When overtaking near a bus stop, you must look out for pedestrians (people walking).