What must you do at a steady yellow traffic signal?
Correct answer
- Speed up to get through the signal before it turns red.
- Stop, yield, and proceed when it is safe to do so.
- Stop if it is safe to do so; the signal will soon turn red.
Explanation
A steady yellow traffic light is a warning that the traffic light will soon turn red. You should try to stop if it is safe to do so. But do not stop suddenly; always consider the vehicles behind you before you brake. If you cannot stop safely, proceed with caution through the intersection.
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