You are driving towards a zebra crossing. A person in a wheelchair is waiting to cross. What should you do?

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Using the road (159 to 203)

5. Pedestrian crossings (191 to 199)

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Zebra and parallel crossings. As you approach a zebra crossing

- look out for pedestrians waiting to cross and be ready to slow down or stop to let them cross

- you should give way to pedestrians waiting to cross

- you MUST give way when a pedestrian has moved onto a crossing

- allow more time for stopping on wet or icy roads

- do not wave, flash your lights or use your horn to invite pedestrians across; this could be dangerous if another vehicle is approaching

- be patient, do not sound your horn or rev your engine as this can be intimidating

- be aware of pedestrians approaching from the side of the crossing.

A zebra crossing with a central island is two separate crossings (see Rules 19 and 20).

Parallel crossings are similar to zebra crossings, but include a cycle route alongside the black and white stripes.

As you approach a parallel crossing

- look out for pedestrians or cyclists waiting to cross and slow down or stop

- you should give way to pedestrians or cyclists waiting to cross

- you MUST give way when a pedestrian or cyclist has moved onto a crossing

- allow more time for stopping on wet or icy roads

- do not wave, flash your lights or use your horn to invite pedestrians or cyclists across; this could be dangerous if another vehicle is approaching

- be patient, do not sound your horn or rev your engine as this can be intimidating

- be aware of pedestrians or cyclists approaching from the side of the crossing.

A parallel crossing with a central island is two separate crossings (see Rules 19 and 20).

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