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In a temporary road work zone, a flagger displaying a STOP/SLOW paddle with the 'SLOW' side facing oncoming traffic requires drivers to bring their vehicle to a complete stop before proceeding.

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False. Displaying the 'SLOW' face of a flagger paddle instructs drivers to reduce speed and drive with extra caution through the work zone, not to come to a full stop.
The statement is false because a flagger holding the 'SLOW' side of a paddle is instructing motorists to reduce speed and proceed with heightened caution, not to bring the vehicle to a complete stop.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the specific device face displayed by the traffic control flagger.
The flagger is presenting the 'SLOW' face of a dual-sided STOP/SLOW paddle to approaching traffic.
Flaggers use distinct paddle faces to give distinct operational directions to drivers.
2
Apply the traffic rule corresponding to the 'SLOW' paddle signal.
Drivers must slow down and move through the area alertly without stopping unless obstacles or further directions require it.
A full stop is legally required only when the 'STOP' side is displayed or when hand signals explicitly command a stop.

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Temporary Control Devices and Flagger Paddle Indications
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Traffic Officer Signals and Temporary Control Devices

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