California Car / Permit practice question · Right-of-Way
A pedestrian steps into a crosswalk against the signal, directly in your path. You should:
Answer choices
- Slow, stop if needed, and avoid the pedestrian— Correct answer
- Continue at speed because you have the right-of-way
- Sound your horn and keep going
- Assume the pedestrian will run out of the way
Why this is the answer
Pedestrians always have the right-of-way, and drivers must yield even when a DON'T WALK signal is flashing. When someone is crossing, you need to be careful, slow down, or stop so they can finish. Honking and driving on, or assuming they will get out of your way, puts them at risk.
Source: California Driver Handbook — Pedestrians / Right-of-Way
Content reviewed against official driver handbooks · August 12, 2026
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