Texas Driver's License Knowledge TestRight-of-WayMedium
A driver is approaching a railroad crossing that has flashing red lights activated and the crossing gate is down. What is the minimum distance the driver must stop from the nearest rail?
- ANo closer than 5 feet, but no farther than 10 feet.
- BNo closer than 10 feet, but no farther than 30 feet.
- CNo closer than 20 feet, but no farther than 40 feet.
- DNo closer than 15 feet, but no farther than 50 feet.
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Correct answer: D. No closer than 15 feet, but no farther than 50 feet.
Texas law requires drivers to stop at a railroad crossing when signals are active, at a distance of no closer than 15 feet and no farther than 50 feet from the nearest rail.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. This distance is too close to the tracks and unsafe.
- B. This range is incorrect; 10 feet minimum is too close.
- C. This range is incorrect; 20 feet minimum is too far, and 40 feet maximum is too close.
Railroad Crossing Stop Distance
When required to stop at a railroad crossing, drivers must stop no closer than 15 feet and no farther than 50 feet from the nearest rail.
- Legal requirement in Texas
- Ensures safety from approaching trains
- Applies when signals are active or gate is down
Memory trick: Fifteen to fifty, don't be shifty!