A blind person legally has the right of way when....?

• A. Using a white cane
• B. Led by a dog
• C. Using a white cane or led by a dog
• D. Neither

Answer: (C)

The right-of-way rule for a blind pedestrian hinges on a visible signal of need for assistance. A person who is blind is legally protected to have the right of way when they are actively signaling, either by using a white cane or by being led by a guide dog. The cane or the dog serves as a clear cue to drivers that the pedestrian is visually impaired and may not be able to judge traffic safely, so vehicles must yield to them. That’s why the option that covers both ways of signaling—using a white cane or being led by a dog—is the best answer. It reflects the law’s protection of blind pedestrians regardless of which assistive method they’re using. Remember, even with the right of way, stay alert and ensure the pedestrian has actually completed crossing before proceeding.