Car permit · Signals and markings
Driving across public or private property as a shortcut around a traffic signal or sign is allowed only:
Correct answer: When a police officer tells you to.
Answer options
- AWhen you stop before crossing the sidewalk
- BWhen the property owner gives you permission
- CWhen a police officer tells you to Correct
Why
Cutting through a parking lot, gas station or other property to dodge a traffic control device is against the law. The only exception is when a police officer instructs you to do it, because an officer's directions take priority over signs and signals.
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Topic: Signals and markings License: Car permit
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