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Difficulty: MediumTraffic Light Signals

A driver enters a dedicated left-turn lane and encounters a flashing yellow left-turn arrow signal head. Oncoming traffic is approaching the intersection. What action must the driver take before completing the turn?

  1. Yield the right-of-way to oncoming traffic and pedestrians, completing the turn only when a safe gap exists.Answer
  2. B
    Maintain right-of-way priority over oncoming traffic because an arrow signal always indicates a protected turning movement.
  3. C
    Make a full stop at the limit line regardless of traffic, then wait for the signal to change to a solid green arrow.
  4. D
    Follow directions from traffic lights only if a police officer present at the scene instructs drivers to stop.

Answer

Yield the right-of-way to oncoming traffic and pedestrians, completing the turn only when a safe gap exists.
A flashing yellow arrow indicates a permissive left turn movement. Drivers are allowed to turn in the direction of the arrow, but they must yield to all oncoming vehicles and pedestrians before proceeding.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the traffic signal display.
The signal displays a flashing yellow arrow for left-turning traffic.
Recognizing signal indication determines legal right-of-way status.
2
Determine right-of-way rules for a flashing yellow arrow.
Left turns are permitted (unprotected), but drivers must yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians crossing the path.
A flashing yellow arrow allows permissive movement rather than protected right-of-way.
3
Execute the appropriate driving maneuver.
Yield until oncoming lane traffic is clear, then turn safely.
Ensures intersection safety without causing a collision or blocking traffic.

Key Concept

Flashing Yellow Arrow Signal Rules
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Traffic Light Signals

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