Traffic Controls/ Traffic signal Lights

Question 1

This traffic signal light means “STOP.” You can make a right turn against this traffic signal light after you stop. Yield to pedestrians, bicyclists, and vehicles close enough to be a hazard. Make the right turn only when it is safe. Do not turn if a “NO TURN ON RED” sign is posted.

Answer 1

Solid Red

Question 2

This traffic signal light means “STOP.” Remain stopped until the green signal or green arrow appears. Do not turn against a red arrow.

Answer 2

Red Arrow

Question 3

This traffic signal light means “CAUTION.” The red traffic signal light is about to appear. When you see this traffic signal light, stop if you can do so safely. If you cannot stop safely, cross the intersection cautiously.

Answer 3

Solid Yellow

Question 4

This traffic signal light warns you to “PROCEED WITH CAUTION.” Slow down and be alert before entering the intersection. Yield to any pedestrians, bicyclists, or vehicles in the intersection. You do not need to stop for this traffic signal light.

Answer 4

Flashing Yellow

Question 5

This traffic signal light means turns are permitted (unprotected), but you must first yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians and then proceed with caution.

Answer 5

Flashing Yellow Arrow

Question 6

Give the right-of-way to any vehicle, bicyclist, or pedestrian in the intersection. This traffic signal light means “GO.” If you are turning left, make the turn only if you have enough space to complete the turn before creating a hazard for any oncoming vehicle, bicyclist, or pedestrian. Do not enter the intersection if you cannot get completely across before the traffic signal light turns red. If you block the intersection, you can be cited.

Answer 6

Solid Green

Question 7

This traffic signal light means “GO.” You must turn in the direction the arrow is pointing after you yield to any vehicle,bicyclist, or pedestrian still in the intersection. This traffic signal light allows you to make a “protected” turn. Oncoming vehicles, bicyclists, and pedestrians are stopped by a red traffic signal light as long as the green arrow is lighted.

Answer 7

Green Arrow

Question 8

The traffic signal light is not working and/or no lights are showing on the signal. Proceed cautiously as if the intersection is controlled by “STOP” signs in all directions.

Answer 8

Traffic Signal Light Not Working (Blackout)