Can a driver break a red light or break the speed limit to allow an emergency service vehicle to pass?

  1. No; a driver should never break a red light or speed up to allow an emergency service vehicle to pass.
  2. No except where the junction or road is clear; then a driver can break a red light or speed up to allow an emergency service vehicle to pass.
  3. Yes; a driver may legally break a red light to allow an emergency service vehicle to pass.
  4. Yes; a driver may break the speed limit to allow an emergency service vehicle to pass.

Correct Answer

No; a driver should never break a red light or speed up to allow an emergency service vehicle to pass.

Explanation: A driver needs to know what to do when they see an emergency vehicle. A driver must react quickly; safely and carefully to allow emergency service vehicles to pass. It is important to be alert and attentive at all times.

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