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You are driving toward an intersection and the circular traffic light changes from green to steady yellow. If you are able to stop safely before entering the intersection, what is your legally required action?

  1. Come to a safe stop prior to entering the intersection.Answer
  2. B
    Accelerate immediately to pass through the intersection before the signal turns red.
  3. C
    Treat the intersection as an all-way stop sign regardless of cross traffic.
  4. D
    Maintain your current speed, as a steady yellow light grants unrestricted right-of-way.

Answer

Come to a safe stop prior to entering the intersection.
A steady circular yellow traffic light warns that the signal will soon turn red. When a driver can stop safely before entering the intersection, they must bring the vehicle to a complete stop.

Step-by-Step Solution

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Identify the legal meaning of a steady yellow circular traffic light.
Recognize that a steady yellow light signals that the green light is ending and a red light is imminent.
Traffic safety regulations require drivers facing a yellow light to stop before entering the intersection unless they are already inside or cannot stop safely.

Key Concept

Steady Yellow Signal Rules
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Traffic Light Signals

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