Pedestrian crossing lines: what it means
Sign RTM3, RTM4
What it means
These lines mark a pedestrian crossing. Pedestrians crossing the road there must be given priority.
What you must do
Look out for pedestrians who are crossing or who want to cross. Give pedestrians crossing the road priority by slowing down or stopping.
Where you see it
On any road, especially in urban areas (towns and cities), at intersections and close to schools.
Remember
At crossing lines, look for people on foot first.
The block pedestrian crossing (RTM4) has the same meaning. Treat it in the same way.
Test yourself
Question 1
Which road marking informs a driver that priority must be given to pedestrians crossing or wanting to cross the road?
A B C Show answer
Answer: Picture C
The block pedestrian crossing tells you to give priority to pedestrians crossing or wanting to cross.
Question 2
Pedestrian crossing lines may be marked on any road. Where in particular are they found?
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Answer: A: In urban areas at intersections and close to schools
Pedestrian crossings are found mostly in urban areas, at intersections and close to schools.
Question 3
True or false?
At a pedestrian crossing, a driver is required to look out only for pedestrians who are already crossing the road.
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Answer: False
False: you must look out for pedestrians crossing and also for those wanting to cross.
Part of the chapter Regulatory road markings: lines you must obey
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