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Difficulty: EasyTraffic Light Signals

A traffic lane signal displays a flashing yellow arrow for drivers intending to turn left. What action is legally required of a driver facing this signal?

  1. Yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians, then execute the left turn when safe.Answer
  2. B
    Proceed with the left turn immediately because oncoming traffic has a red light.
  3. C
    Come to a mandatory full stop at the stop line regardless of whether oncoming traffic is present.
  4. D
    Remain stopped until a law enforcement officer manually directs the turn.

Answer

Yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians, then execute the left turn when safe.
A flashing yellow arrow indicates an unprotected turn. Drivers are permitted to make the left turn, but they must first yield the right-of-way to any oncoming vehicles, bicyclists, and pedestrians crossing the intersection.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the signal type
Recognize the signal as a flashing yellow arrow.
Different signal colors and modes (solid vs flashing) dictate right-of-way rules.
2
Apply right-of-way rules for flashing yellow arrows
Determine that left turns are permitted but unprotected.
Oncoming traffic facing a steady green light has the right-of-way.
3
Select the appropriate driver response
Yield to oncoming vehicles and pedestrians, turning only when a safe gap exists.
Unprotected turns require drivers to yield before crossing traffic lanes.

Key Concept

Flashing Yellow Arrow Turn Rules
Estimated Time:45s
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Traffic Light Signals

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