Traffic Light Guidelines

Questions and Answers

What should you do when facing a solid red light?

Stop completely before the stop line or crosswalk (correct)

Wait for a pedestrian to cross

Prepare to turn

Proceed with caution

What does a yellow light indicate?

You can safely speed up to cross the intersection

Prepare to stop or clear the intersection (correct)

Proceed normally

It is a warning to yield to oncoming traffic

When you encounter a green light, what should you do?

Proceed with caution (correct)

Ignore other traffic

Accelerate to maintain speed

Stop immediately

A green arrow with a green light allows you to:

Proceed in the direction indicated by the arrow Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when encountering a green arrow with a red light?

Proceed only in the direction indicated by the arrow after coming to a complete stop Signup and view all the answers

What action should you take when you see a flashing red light?

Stop before the stop line or crosswalk and proceed only when it is safe Signup and view all the answers

How should you approach a flashing yellow light?

Proceed with caution after yielding to pedestrians and other vehicles Signup and view all the answers

Is it safe to proceed through an intersection with a flashing green light?

Yes, always proceed with caution Signup and view all the answers

What does a solid red X over a lane mean?

You cannot enter or remain in that lane Signup and view all the answers

What does a downward pointing green arrow allow you to do?

Travel in that lane Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Traffic Light Guidelines

A solid red light requires a complete stop before the stop line or crosswalk.
A yellow light signals preparation to stop or clear the intersection; speeding up is unsafe.
A green light permits proceeding, but caution is required regarding other traffic.
A green arrow with a green light allows movement in the direction of the arrow.

Red Light Signs

A green arrow with a red light means to proceed only in the direction of the arrow, after a complete stop.
A flashing red light indicates a stop before the line or crosswalk; proceed only when clear.

Yellow Light Protocol

Approach a flashing yellow light with caution, yielding to pedestrians and other vehicles; stopping is not required.

Flashing Green Light

A flashing green light is generally safe for cautious proceeding, but depends on pedestrian signals.

Lane Indicators

A solid red X indicates that the lane cannot be entered or occupied.
A downward pointing green arrow permits travel in that lane.

Stop Signs and Speed Limits

At a stop sign, come to a complete stop and ensure safety before continuing.
Speed limits denote the maximum allowable speed under ideal conditions.

School Zones and Parking Regulations

School zones require adherence to posted speed limits, and current speeds should not exceed those limits.
Parking in disability-restricted areas is permissible only with a valid permit.

Traffic Signals and Signs

Both traffic signals and road signs are essential for safe driving; prioritize their following equally.

Description

Test your knowledge on traffic light signals and their meanings. This quiz covers the rules for red, yellow, and green lights, as well as special signals like green arrows. Understanding these guidelines is crucial for safe driving.