At a crossing in Apeldoorn you see an elderly man slowly approaching the kerb. He is not looking directly your way. What is the correct assumption?
- ✓ He may have limited perception and reaction ability and need more time — give him room
- He reacts just as quickly as any other adult, you do not need to give extra time
Correct answer: He may have limited perception and reaction ability and need more time — give him room
Explanation
False
Why learners get this wrong
- Older people often have limited perception and reaction ability and need more time to cross
Topic: Vulnerable pedestrians: children, older people, and priority at the crossing
Read the rule: Core: Vulnerable pedestrians: children, older people, and priority at the crossing
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- Challenge: Vulnerable pedestrians: children, older people, and priority at the crossing
- The model: Vulnerable pedestrians: children, older people, and priority at the crossing
- Core: Vulnerable pedestrians: children, older people, and priority at the crossing
- Why it matters: Vulnerable pedestrians: children, older people, and priority at the crossing
- Active recall: Vulnerable pedestrians: children, older people, and priority at the crossing
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