A heavy vehicle driver approaches a railway level crossing that has flashing red lights and a boom gate beginning to lower. The driver should:
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AStop before the stop line and wait until the lights stop flashing and the gate fully rises before proceeding
BSound the horn to alert the train operator and then cross if no train is visible
CStop at the gate, check both directions, then drive around the gate if no train is seen
DProceed quickly before the gate fully closes if the path is clear
✓ Correct answer: A. Stop before the stop line and wait until the lights stop flashing and the gate fully rises before proceedingUnder the Australian Road Rules, a driver must stop at the stop line when a level crossing has flashing red lights or a lowering boom gate, and must not proceed until the signals have ceased and any gate has fully risen, ensuring the crossing is completely clear.
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