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Difficulty: EasyPedestrians and Crosswalk Safety

You are approaching a intersection controlled by a Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon (HAWK signal). The two top red lights on the signal have just begun to flash alternately. What action must you take?

  1. Come to a complete stop, yield to any pedestrians in the crosswalk, and proceed when the crosswalk is clear.Answer
  2. B
    Slow down and proceed through the crosswalk with caution without coming to a complete stop.
  3. C
    Remain completely stopped until all beacon lights turn off entirely, regardless of whether pedestrians are present.
  4. D
    Treat the signal as a standard yield sign and maintain speed if no pedestrians are currently in your lane.

Answer

Come to a complete stop, yield to any pedestrians in the crosswalk, and proceed when the crosswalk is clear.
When a Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon displays alternating flashing red lights, drivers must treat the signal like a stop sign. They must bring their vehicle to a complete stop, yield the right-of-way to any pedestrians crossing, and may proceed once the crosswalk is clear.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the signal phase
Recognize that alternating flashing red lights on a Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon indicate the clearance phase following a solid red phase.
Understanding beacon phases ensures drivers react properly without causing unnecessary delays or endangering pedestrians.
2
Apply the corresponding traffic rule
Stop the vehicle completely at the stop line or crosswalk, check for pedestrians crossing, and proceed safely once clear.
The flashing red phase acts like a stop sign, allowing traffic flow to resume as soon as pedestrians finish crossing.

Key Concept

Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon Flashing Red Rules
Estimated Time:45s
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Pedestrians and Crosswalk Safety

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