Question 454 in the bank

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

Two tall white rectangles with black borders, each crossed by a single red diagonal stripe, the stripes slanting in opposite directions. Meaning: Slow down and prepare to stop before the level crossing, if necessary.
  1. A distance of about 250 meters to an approaching level crossing.
  2. You should always stop at a distance of one meter before the level crossing.
  3. Slow down and stop. Railway tracks 50 meters ahead.
  4. Correct answer: Slow down and prepare to stop before the level crossing, if necessary.

Why this is the answer

The correct answer in the official bank: Slow down and prepare to stop before the level crossing, if necessary.

These markers stand on both sides of the road before a level crossing, and the number of red stripes shows how close it is. A single stripe is the last marker before the crossing, so slow down and be ready to stop if a train approaches, the barrier lowers or the lights flash. Stopping is not always required, only when necessary.

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).