What should you do when you see a school bus with its stop sign extended?

• A. Keep driving at the same speed
• B. Stop your vehicle and wait until the stop sign is retracted
• C. Honk your horn to alert students
• D. Pass the bus carefully

Answer: (B)

When you see a school bus with its stop sign extended, the appropriate action is to stop your vehicle and wait until the stop sign is retracted. This law is in place to ensure the safety of children who may be getting on or off the bus. The extended stop sign indicates that children are potentially moving around the area, and stopping your vehicle helps to protect them from the risk of being struck by other vehicles.

Stopping is not only a legal requirement but also a critical safety measure. This action allows students ample time to cross the street safely without the added danger of moving traffic. Once the stop sign is no longer displayed, it is safe to resume driving, as this indicates that students have cleared the bus loading area.