Which of the following statements regarding emergency vehicle laws is correct?

A) The Star of Life insignia permits an ambulance to run a red light or stop sign if it is safe.
B) All state statutes require emergency vehicles to be operated in a safe and prudent manner.
C) An ambulance must use its lights and siren when transporting any acutely ill or injured patient.
D) Most states allow an emergency vehicle to exceed the speed limit by 20 MPH if it is safe to do so.


Answer: B) All state statutes require emergency vehicles to be operated in a safe and prudent manner.

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