Scenario 98: What action must a Class 2 driver take when approaching a school bus with its red lights flashing and stop arm extended on a divided highway?

Question: Scenario 98: What action must a Class 2 driver take when approaching a school bus with its red lights flashing and stop arm extended on a divided highway?

Answer options: ✅ Stop at least 20 metres away from the bus, regardless of the direction of travel, until the lights are off and the arm is retracted.

• Stop only if travelling in the same direction as the bus, at a safe distance.
• Proceed with caution if the highway has a median that separates your direction of travel from the bus.
• Slow down and prepare to stop only if children are visibly crossing the road.

Correct answer: Stop at least 20 metres away from the bus, regardless of the direction of travel, until the lights are off and the arm is retracted.

Explanation: On any highway, including divided highways, drivers must stop at least 20 metres from a school bus with flashing red lights and an extended stop arm, whether approaching from the front or rear. This rule is designed to protect children. (Provincial Driver's Handbook, School Bus Safety) The correct answer is "Stop at least 20 metres away from the bus, regardless of the direction of travel, until the lights are off and the arm is retracted.". This capacity-fill scenario 98 reinforces the same competency for the class2 bank and follows the certified explanation standard.