You hear a siren nearby but cannot tell where the emergency vehicle is. What should you do?

New York DMV exam practice question · Right-of-Way & Pedestrians

You hear a siren nearby but cannot tell where the emergency vehicle is. What should you do?

AKeep driving at the same speed until you can see where the vehicle is and which way it is going.
Pull over to the right edge and stop until you are sure it is not headed toward you.
CSpeed up to clear the area.

Why B is correct

If you hear a siren close by but do not know where the vehicle is, pull over to the right edge and stop until you are sure it is not headed toward you.

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