Intersections & Roundabouts Flashcards
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When is it legal to enter a yellow box junction in NZ?
Answer: Only when your exit is clear and you can clear the box without stopping
You may only enter a yellow box junction in NZ when your exit road is clear and you can drive through the junction without stopping. Entering and blocking the box is an offence. An exception exists for right-turns waiting for oncoming traffic.
What is the rule in NZ when approaching a green traffic light that has been green for a long time?
Answer: Prepare to stop — the light may change to amber soon
A traffic light that has been green for a long time is about to change. In NZ, this is called a 'stale green' light. You should prepare to slow down and stop in case it changes to amber before you reach the intersection.
How should a NZ driver approach a railway level crossing with no signals or boom gates?
Answer: Slow down, look both ways for trains, and only cross when the track is clear
At an uncontrolled railway level crossing in NZ, you must slow down, look in both directions for approaching trains, and only cross when the track is completely clear. Never rely on a train to warn you with its horn.
When turning right at a signalised intersection in NZ, what does a green right-turn arrow (green filter) mean?
Answer: You may turn right — oncoming traffic has a red light and will stop
A green right-turn filter arrow at a NZ intersection means you have a protected turn. Oncoming traffic is held at a red light, so you can proceed with your right turn without giving way. However, you must still watch for pedestrians.
What does NZ Road Code say about blocking an intersection?
Answer: Never enter an intersection unless you can clear it without stopping
The NZ Road Code prohibits entering any intersection unless you can clear it without having to stop inside it. Blocking intersections causes gridlock and is an offence, not just a courtesy issue.
In NZ, what does a flashing green traffic light mean?
Answer: New Zealand does not use flashing green lights — this signal is not in use
Flashing green traffic lights are not used in New Zealand. If you see a flashing green light, it likely indicates a signal malfunction and you should treat it like a flashing amber — proceed with caution as if at an uncontrolled intersection.
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