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Difficulty: MediumTraffic Light Signals

You are approaching an intersection in a dedicated left-turn lane and observe a flashing yellow arrow traffic signal. Oncoming traffic facing you has a steady green signal. Which of the following actions is legally required of you before completing the left turn?

  1. Yield the right-of-way to oncoming traffic and pedestrians, then complete the turn when clear.Answer
  2. B
    Turn immediately without yielding, as an illuminated arrow signal grants protected right-of-way over straight-through traffic.
  3. C
    Come to a complete stop at the stop line and wait until the light changes to a steady green arrow.
  4. D
    Stop at the intersection and yield right-of-way only to pedestrians, while oncoming traffic must yield to turning vehicles.

Answer

Yield the right-of-way to oncoming traffic and pedestrians, then complete the turn when clear.
A flashing yellow arrow signal indicates an unprotected left turn. Drivers facing this signal are allowed to make a left turn, but they must first yield the right-of-way to oncoming traffic and pedestrians. Once the intersection is clear, the driver may complete the turn safely.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the signal type and legal meaning.
A flashing yellow arrow indicates a permitted (unprotected) left turn.
Unlike a steady green arrow, a flashing yellow arrow does not stop oncoming traffic.
2
Assess right-of-way obligations.
Oncoming motor vehicles and pedestrians in crosswalks have right-of-way priority.
Traffic laws mandate yielding to all conflicting traffic before proceeding across oncoming lanes.
3
Execute the maneuver safely.
Proceed through the turn once a safe gap in traffic occurs.
The driver may turn as soon as it is safe to do so without requiring a complete stop if traffic is clear.

Key Concept

Flashing Yellow Left-Turn Arrow Obligations
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Traffic Light Signals

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