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When all signal heads at an intersection are actively displaying a flashing red light in every direction, what is the required driver procedure?

  1. Treat the intersection as an all-way stop by coming to a complete stop and yielding right-of-way according to stop sign rules.Answer
  2. B
    Slow down and proceed through the intersection with caution without making a complete stop if cross traffic is clear.
  3. C
    Maintain posted speed because flashing lights indicate the intersection traffic controls are suspended.
  4. D
    Yield right-of-way to oncoming vehicles, but stop only if another car or pedestrian is already in the intersection.

Answer

Treat the intersection as an all-way stop by coming to a complete stop and yielding right-of-way according to stop sign rules.
Under standardized traffic safety regulations, a flashing red signal mandates that drivers come to a complete stop at the stop line or limit line. When flashing red in all directions, the intersection functions as an all-way (four-way) stop, meaning drivers must stop completely and yield right-of-way according to standard stop-sign protocols.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the signal indication
The signal displays a flashing red light in all directions.
Traffic laws equate a flashing red signal directly to a stop sign.
2
Execute the mandatory stopping maneuver
Bring the vehicle to a full stop before the limit line, crosswalk, or intersection boundary.
Full stopping is legally required before proceeding past a flashing red signal.
3
Apply right-of-way rules before entering
Yield to vehicles that arrived first or to vehicles on the right if arriving simultaneously, then proceed when safe.
All-way stop rules govern intersection entry order when flashing red operates in all directions.

Key Concept

Flashing Red Signal Right-of-Way Rules
Estimated Time:45s
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Traffic Light Signals

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