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When a traffic control signal at an intersection experiences a complete power failure and displaying no illuminated lights in any direction, drivers approaching on a major multi-lane thoroughfare are legally required to bring their vehicle to a complete stop and treat the intersection as an all-way stop before proceeding.

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True. An inoperative or completely unlit traffic light signal must be legally treated as an all-way stop by all approaching traffic.
When an electronic traffic light signal is completely unlit due to power failure, standard driver safety codes require all approaching vehicles to come to a complete stop at the intersection boundary. Right-of-way must then be yield according to standard multi-way stop rules.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the operational status of the traffic light signal.
The signal is inoperative and completely dark due to a power outage.
Traffic laws establish specific protocol shifts when electronic signals fail completely.
2
Determine the statutory rule for unlit signalized intersections.
The intersection legally functions as an all-way stop for traffic approaching from all directions.
Road hierarchy rules (such as main street vs. side street priority) are suspended when traffic signals are totally unlit.
3
Evaluate the driver's required action.
Drivers on all roadways, including major multi-lane avenues, must come to a full stop before entering the intersection.
Treating the location as an all-way stop ensures safe progression based on arrival order and yielding to the vehicle on the right.

Key Concept

Inoperative Traffic Light Signals
Estimated Time:1m 15s
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Traffic Light Signals

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