What should you do if you encounter a school bus that has its stop sign extended?

When you encounter a school bus with its stop sign extended, the correct action is to stop your vehicle until the sign is retracted. This rule is in place to ensure the safety of children who may be getting on or off the bus. The extended stop sign indicates that children are in the vicinity, and stopping your vehicle is crucial to preventing accidents.

This law emphasizes the importance of caution and protecting the most vulnerable road users—children. Vehicles approaching from either direction are required to stop unless there are physical barriers separating the roadways, such as a median. By stopping until the sign is retracted, you help create a safer environment for children and contribute to a culture of safety on the roads.

Other actions, such as passing the bus quickly, would put children at risk, while slowing down and proceeding with caution does not provide adequate safety measures. Honking the horn serves no purpose in this context and could startle children or the bus driver. Stopping is the most effective and legally mandated action in this situation.