When a school bus with its red lights flashing is stopped ahead on your side of the road, you must:
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Stop as long as the red lights are flashing.
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Slow to 15 MPH and pass cautiously.
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Proceed cautiously.
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Stop, then proceed when all of the children have exited the bus.
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Explanation
When a school bus has its red lights flashing, you must stop from either direction and watch for children. Do not proceed until the children have completely left the roadway and the flashing red lights are turned off. These rules protect both children and drivers, ensuring that children can safely cross without the risk of passing vehicles.
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