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What does a solid yellow light on a Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon (HAWK signal) instruct drivers to do as they approach a mid-block crosswalk?

  1. Prepare to stop, as the signal is about to transition to solid red.Answer
  2. B
    Speed up to cross before the light turns into a flashing red signal.
  3. C
    Stop immediately and stay stopped until the beacon lights shut off completely.
  4. D
    Continue driving without slowing down, as yellow lights give vehicles right-of-way over pedestrians.

Answer

Drivers must prepare to stop, as the solid yellow light indicates the signal is changing to solid red.
The solid yellow indication on a Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon serves as a warning that the signal is changing from flashing yellow to solid red. Drivers must reduce speed and prepare to stop prior to the stop line or crosswalk.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the signal type and state.
The signal is a Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon displaying a solid yellow light.
Recognizing the signal phase determines the required driver behavior.
2
Apply the rule for a solid yellow HAWK signal phase.
A solid yellow light follows the initial flashing yellow warning phase and precedes the solid red stop phase.
The yellow light warns drivers that pedestrian crossing time is commencing and drivers must stop unless unable to do so safely.

Key Concept

Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon (HAWK Signal) Sequence
Estimated Time:45s
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Pedestrian and Bicycle Signals and Markings

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