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Difficulty: EasyDefensive Driving and Hazard Anticipation

When approaching an intersection with a green traffic light, monitoring pedestrian crosswalk signals for a countdown or a flashing 'Don't Walk' indication is an effective defensive driving technique to anticipate an impending yellow light.

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True. Monitoring pedestrian crosswalk signals helps defensive drivers anticipate traffic light changes before the main signal turns yellow.
Monitoring crosswalk countdowns provides early warning that a green light is stale. Anticipating the signal change enables a driver to ease off the accelerator early and make a controlled, safe stop rather than braking abruptly at the stop line.

Step-by-Step Solution

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Scan the intersection ahead for secondary visual indicators.
Identify pedestrian crosswalk indicators, including countdown timers and flashing symbols.
Pedestrian signal phases are directly linked to the main traffic light timing.
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Evaluate signal status and adjust driving behavior.
Recognize an expiring pedestrian timer as a cue to ease off the accelerator in preparation for a signal change.
Anticipating green light termination creates a larger safety margin and prevents emergency braking.

Key Concept

Hazard Anticipation and Visual Lead Timing
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Defensive Driving and Hazard Anticipation

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