When approaching a stopped school bus with its red lights flashing and its stop arm extended, you must:
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Stop only if children are present.
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Stop and remain stopped until it appears safe to proceed.
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Stop 15 feet away from the bus.
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Stop and remain stopped until the red lights stop flashing and the stop arm has been withdrawn.
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Explanation
When approaching a school bus with flashing red lights and an extended stop arm, it is stopped to pick up or drop off school children. You must stop whether you are behind it or meeting it on the same roadway.
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