A pedestrian is crossing the street in a crosswalk. You must:
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Stop and let the pedestrian cross.
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Drive off as soon as the pedestrian has moved past your car.
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Sound your horn and proceed with caution.
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Slow down and go around the person at a slow pace.
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Explanation
As a driver, you must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians in a crosswalk. Regardless of the presence of painted lines, traffic signals, or the location of the crosswalk, it is your responsibility to exercise caution and reduce your speed or come to a complete stop if necessary.
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