All vehicles are required to stop within how many feet of the nearest rail of a railroad crossing when a train is approaching?
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Between 10 and 15 feet.
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Between 15 and 50 feet.
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Between 5 and 10 feet.
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Explanation
Drivers must stop within 15 to 50 feet of the nearest rail when required to stop at a railroad crossing. If you see or hear a train approaching, or if warning devices such as flashing lights indicate a train is coming, you must stop. Proceed only when the flashing signals have stopped and it is safe to cross.
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