Railroad & SpecialQuestion 35 of 80
At a crossing with multiple tracks, after one train passes you should:
a.Cross immediately since the danger is over
b.Assume all tracks are now clear
c.Look again in both directions, as a second train may be coming on another track
d.Speed up to beat any second train
Explanation
A passing train can hide a second train approaching on another track from the opposite direction. After the first train clears, look and listen again before crossing. Never assume the tracks are safe just because one train has gone by.
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