Question 917 in the bank

How would you conduct yourself according to the picture:

View through a windshield: a man in a dark jacket and jeans walks on the road ahead, with zebra stripes behind him, red-white curbs and palm trees.
  1. Drive faster and move to the left lane.
  2. The pedestrian is not using a pedestrian crossing. Signal to him in whichever way to clear the roadway.
  3. Honk loudly to the pedestrian so that he clears the roadway quickly.
  4. Correct answer: Slow down and even stop if necessary to allow the pedestrian to cross the road.

Why this is the answer

The correct answer in the official bank: Slow down and even stop if necessary to allow the pedestrian to cross the road.

A pedestrian is a vulnerable road user, even when crossing away from the pedestrian crossing. So slow down, be ready to stop, and let them clear the roadway without risk. Honking, speeding up or signalling them to hurry can startle them and make them stop or swerve suddenly, which increases the danger.

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