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After a train passes at a crossing with multiple tracks, what must you check?

Check for a second train on another track.

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  1. Only your mirrors
  2. Your following distance
  3. Whether a second train is coming ✔

Why: One train may hide another. Wait until you can see clearly in both directions before crossing.

Huh, didn't know that: A sign below the crossbuck shows the number of tracks.

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Why did the crossing have two tracks? So the second train could follow along.
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References

Answer: Whether a second train is coming. One train may hide another. Wait until you can see clearly in both directions before crossing.

  1. California Commercial Driver Handbook (AAMVA model manual) www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/file/california-commercial-driver-handbook-pdf
    If there is more than 1 track, make sure all tracks are clear before crossing.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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