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While driving toward an intersection, you observe that the overhead traffic light signal is displaying a solid green light. However, a police officer directing traffic in the middle of the intersection gives you a manual hand signal to stop. What is the legally required action?

  1. Stop completely as directed by the police officer, regardless of the green traffic light.Answer
  2. B
    Proceed through the intersection because a solid green signal legally gives you right-of-way over manual hand gestures.
  3. C
    Slow down and sound your horn to alert the officer before proceeding through the green light.
  4. D
    Treat the intersection as a flashing yellow signal and proceed cautiously without stopping.

Answer

Stop completely as directed by the police officer, regardless of the green traffic light.
Directions given by a law enforcement or traffic officer always supersede active traffic signals, signs, and pavement markings. When an officer commands you to stop, you must obey the officer's instruction despite the green light.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the conflict between the electronic traffic light signal and the police officer's hand directions.
The traffic light shows solid green, but the police officer instructs traffic to stop.
Recognizing competing traffic control instructions is necessary to apply priority rules.
2
Apply the right-of-way hierarchy rule regarding traffic officers versus automated signals.
Manual directions from a uniformed traffic officer always take precedence over automated lights or signs.
Traffic officers manage real-time safety, emergency situations, or traffic flow disruptions.
3
Determine the required driver action.
Bring the vehicle to a complete stop as commanded by the officer.
Failing to follow an officer's signal is a illegal move regardless of signal color.

Key Concept

Traffic Officer Priority over Automated Signals
Estimated Time:45s
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Traffic Light Signals

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