How should you respond to pedestrians crossing at intersections, including those with guide dogs?

• A. Honk to warn pedestrians and proceed.
• B. Move around the crosswalk on the sidewalk if possible.
• C. Stop and yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk.
• D. Continue through the crosswalk if the guide dog seems calm.

Answer: (C)

Stop and yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk. Pedestrians have the right of way, and you should slow and come to a complete stop if someone is in or about to enter the crosswalk, including those with guide dogs. Waiting for the crosswalk to be clear keeps both the pedestrian and the working dog safe and allows you to proceed only when it’s safe.

Hearing a honk or trying to drive around the crosswalk isn’t safe and can startle a guide dog or put someone at risk. Driving onto the sidewalk to bypass the crosswalk is dangerous and typically illegal. Even if the guide dog seems calm, you must not assume it’s okay to proceed; the proper action is to stop and yield until the pedestrian has finished crossing.