Road Signs and Signals Flashcards
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What does a green traffic signal mean?
Answer: Proceed if intersection is clear
Green means you may go if the intersection is clear, but you must still yield to any vehicles or pedestrians already in the intersection.
A solid yellow traffic light means:
Answer: The light is about to turn red — prepare to stop
A steady yellow light warns that the signal is about to turn red, and you should stop if you can do so safely.
What does a flashing yellow light indicate in South Carolina?
Answer: Slow down and proceed with caution
A flashing yellow means slow down, watch for cross traffic or hazards, and proceed carefully — no full stop required.
What does a green arrow traffic signal indicate?
Answer: You may move in the direction of the arrow
A green arrow is a protected turn signal indicating you may proceed in the arrow's direction; oncoming traffic is stopped.
What does a red 'X' signal above a lane on a highway indicate?
Answer: That lane is closed — do not use it
A red X over a lane means the lane is closed to traffic, often used on reversible or managed lanes.
What color are guide and informational signs (such as highway route markers) typically?
Answer: Green
Green signs provide directional and distance information, such as highway exit signs and mileage markers.