Question 442 in the bank

What are you required to do according to the following road sign?

A red-bordered white triangle showing a black steam locomotive with smoke rising from its chimney.
  1. When you approach railway tracks – honk, open a window and listen to the train’s noise.
  2. Always stop before railway tracks, look to the right and to the left and continue driving.
  3. Correct answer: Slow down and prepare to stop if necessary before the railway tracks.
  4. Cross the railway tracks quickly.

Why this is the answer

The correct answer in the official bank: Slow down and prepare to stop if necessary before the railway tracks.

The sign warns of a railway crossing ahead. Slow down in good time, to a speed that lets you stop before the tracks if necessary, for example when a train is approaching. You do not have to stop in every case, but crossing the tracks quickly is dangerous, and honking and listening for noise are no substitute for slowing down and driving carefully.

Topic: Traffic signs. The bank marks it for these classes: Light truck (C1), Heavy truck (C), Bus (D), Motorcycle (A), Tractor (1), Private car (B).