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Difficulty: HardPedestrian and Bicycle Signals and Markings

At a signalized intersection equipped with a Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI), turning motorists facing a newly illuminated solid green light are granted right-of-way over pedestrians who entered the crosswalk during the advance walk signal.

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False. Turning motorists facing a green signal must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians who entered the crosswalk during a Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI).
The statement is false because the primary purpose of a Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI) is to give pedestrians advance time (typically 3 to 7 seconds) to enter the crosswalk before turning motor vehicles receive a green signal. Pedestrians who enter during this interval establish right-of-way, requiring turning motorists to yield even after their traffic light turns solid green.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the signal function of a Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI)
An LPI illuminates the pedestrian 'WALK' signal 3 to 7 seconds before the parallel traffic signal turns green for vehicles.
This advance interval allows pedestrians to enter the crosswalk and become visible to drivers before vehicles begin moving.
2
Determine pedestrian right-of-way priority
Pedestrians who step into the crosswalk during the LPI legally establish right-of-way.
Traffic laws grant right-of-way to pedestrians who enter an intersection legally under a walk signal.
3
Evaluate driver legal responsibilities when facing a solid green light
Drivers making turns on a solid green light must yield to crossing pedestrians.
A solid green light permits movement but does not override the requirement to yield to pedestrians already in the crosswalk.

Key Concept

Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI) Right-of-Way Rules
Estimated Time:1m 30s
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Pedestrian and Bicycle Signals and Markings

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