VT DMV Traffic Signs and Signals 2

Question 1

When a traffic signal shows a steady green arrow, you may:

Accepted Answer

Proceed in the direction of the arrow without yielding

Answer

A steady green arrow is a protected signal meaning oncoming traffic is stopped, allowing you to proceed in that direction without yielding.

Question 2

A flashing yellow traffic light requires you to:

Accepted Answer

Slow down and proceed with caution

Answer

A flashing yellow light is a warning signal; you must slow down and proceed carefully through the intersection.

Question 3

A flashing red traffic light should be treated as:

Accepted Answer

A stop sign

Answer

A flashing red light has the same meaning as a stop sign — you must come to a complete stop and proceed only when it is safe.

Question 4

A steady red arrow displayed on a traffic signal means:

Accepted Answer

You must stop and may not move in the direction of the arrow

Answer

A steady red arrow prohibits movement in the direction shown; you must wait until it changes before proceeding.

Question 5

When you see a steady yellow traffic light while approaching an intersection, you should:

Accepted Answer

Stop if it is safe to do so

Answer

A steady yellow light signals that the light is about to turn red; stop if you can do so safely before entering the intersection.

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