Car permit · Signals and markings
A red light is flashing at the intersection just ahead of you. What are you required to do?
Correct answer: Stop completely and proceed once it is safe.
Answer options
- AStop only when other vehicles are heading toward the intersection
- BStop only when other vehicles are already crossing the intersection
- CStop completely and proceed once it is safe Correct
Why
A flashing red signal works exactly like a STOP sign: come to a full stop, yield to traffic and pedestrians, and continue only when the way is clear. You must stop every time, whether or not other vehicles are around.
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Topic: Signals and markings License: Car permit
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