A flagger like the one in the picture is controlling traffic where road work is going on ahead of you. When do you have to obey the flagger?

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Why

In a work zone, a flagger's directions take priority over the usual signs, signals, and pavement markings, because the flagger is guiding traffic around workers and equipment as conditions change. Obey the flagger whether or not you see cones.

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Topic: Work zone signs   License: Car permit

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• Railroad Crossings and Work Zones

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