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you should drive at a moderate speed, even coming to a stop if necessary.
Travel at a moderate speed and stop if the circumstances require it, under article 46.1.a. You need not wait until the child has entered the carriageway before taking precautions. Observe their movements and keep the vehicle under control; accelerating to pass sooner may increase the risk.
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you should accelerate to get past the child as quickly as possible and thus avoid the danger.
you should drive normally, since the child has not stepped into the road.
you should drive at a moderate speed, even coming to a stop if necessary.
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