You are approaching light rail tracks and a train is coming. Why is it unsafe to try to beat the train across?

• A.Trains always travel slowly in cities
• B.Trains and light rail vehicles are heavy and cannot stop quickly
• C.The tracks are electrified at all times
• D.Crossing gates never fail, so it is actually safe

Why

Light rail vehicles and trains need a long distance to stop and cannot swerve. Never stop on the tracks or try to race across in front of one.

Manual topic: California Driver Handbook - Light Rail and Trains · From the California Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (CAC-130).

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