Car permit · Signals and markings
You are approaching an intersection when the signal turns from green to yellow. What is the best thing to do?
Correct answer: Get ready to stop before you enter the intersection.
Answer options
- AHit the brakes hard to stop at once
- BGet ready to stop in the middle of the intersection
- CGet ready to stop before you enter the intersection Correct
Why
A steady yellow light warns that the signal is about to turn red, so plan to stop before the stop line or crosswalk if you can do it safely. Slamming on the brakes invites a rear-end crash, and stopping inside the intersection blocks cross traffic.
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Topic: Signals and markings License: Car permit
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