Chapter 5 - Signs, Signals, and Pavement Markings Flashcards
If a traffic signal is not working, treat the intersection as you would a/n:
Uncontrolled intersection
The fine for speeding through a construction zone when workers are present
$300
A flashing red light means
Stop as though you were at a stop sight. Come to a complete stop, yield to vehicles and pedestrians who reach the intersection before you, and proceed when the intersection is clear.
A steady yellow light/arrow means
Caution: the signal is about to turn red.
Don’t enter the intersection if you can stop safely before doing so.
Lane Use Control Signals: A steady downward green arrow means:
You are allowed to drive in the lane below the green arrow.
Lane Use Control Signals: A steady yellow X means:
You should prepare to move into another lane in a safe manner.
A lane control change is being made in the lane below the steady yellow X. A steady red X will be displayed next, and you cannot occupy the lane at that time.
Lane Use Control Signals: A flashing yellow X means:
You can use the lane below the flashing yellow X to make a left turn.
You must use caution because left-turning vehicles from
the other direction may be using the same lane
Lane Use Control Signals: A steady downward yellow arrow means:
You should prepare to move into another lane in a safe manner.
The freeway lane below the steady downward yellow
arrow will be closed.
Lane Use Control Signals: A flashing downward yellow arrow means:
You can use the freeway lane under the flashing downward yellow arrow.
Exercise caution in this lane.
Lane Use Control Signals: A steady red X means:
You can’t drive in the lane.
Reversible Lanes
Reversible lanes help keep traffic flowing during rush-hour periods.
They are separated by dashed double yellow lines. You may cross these lines only if the overhead signal above the lane you wish to enter has a green arrow, or if a sign permits you to do so.
