Page 1 Flashcards
What is the purpose of traffic laws and controls?
To make travel safe for everyone
Define an intersection.
Any place where two roads meet
What does a red traffic light indicate?
Stop behind a crosswalk or stop line until the green light appears
What does a yellow traffic light mean?
WARNING; stop if you can do so safely
What does a green traffic light allow you to do?
Go straight or turn left or right, if safe
What must you do before turning right on a red light?
Stop and ensure no approaching traffic
True or False: You can turn right on red from a one-way street to another one-way street.
True
What should you do if the traffic signal turns yellow?
Stop if you can do so safely
Can a vehicle clear an intersection on a red light?
Yes, if the vehicle entered while the signal was yellow
What does a flashing yellow light mean?
You must slow down and watch for others
What does a flashing red light require you to do?
Come to a full stop and proceed only when the way is clear
What should you do at a railroad crossing with two flashing red lights?
Stop and proceed only after the lights stop flashing and no train is approaching
What does a green arrow indicate at an intersection?
You may go in the direction of the arrow, if in the proper lane
What does a flashing yellow arrow mean?
You may proceed with caution in the direction of the arrow
What does a red arrow indicate?
No turning in the direction of the arrow until it turns green
When there is more than one traffic light, which one should you obey?
The one that is over your lane
