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A vehicle becomes stuck on railroad tracks as a train may approach. What is the first priority?
Blue A is stalled across the rails as a train approaches from the left; B is linked to the locomotive roof, not placed at an escape destination.
Correct answer: Get everyone out and away from the tracks, toward the train.
Why
Exit immediately, move away from the tracks toward the train's approach at an angle, and use the crossing emergency number or 911.
Verified against Alaska Driver Manual · Vehicle stuck on railroad tracks · p. 64
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