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A pedestrian carrying a white cane or using a guide dog is crossing the street. What does this indicate and what should you do?
- A.The pedestrian is a traffic officer; speed up
- B.The pedestrian is lost; honk for directions
- C.The pedestrian wants a ride; stop in the lane
- D.The pedestrian is blind or visually impaired; yield and take extra care
Correct answer
D. The pedestrian is blind or visually impaired; yield and take extra care
Why
A white cane or guide dog indicates a blind or visually impaired pedestrian. Yield the right-of-way and take extra care, since the person cannot see your vehicle.
Manual topic: NY Driver's Manual (MV-21) - Chapter 11: Sharing the Road · From the New York Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (NYC-133).