» When moving with a stream of vehicles across a railroad track, it is safe to stop on the track for a short period of time.

When moving with a stream of vehicles across a railroad track, it is safe to stop on the track for a short period of time.

False.
True.
Explanation

Avoid stopping while crossing railroad tracks. Never start crossing unless you can clear the tracks completely without stopping or blocking the crossing. Before proceeding, make sure there is enough space on the other side for your vehicle to safely clear the tracks.

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