Traffic Signals Permit test

What does the yellow arrow mean?

"protected" turning • time period is ending. Be prepared to obey the next traffic signallight, which could be the green or red traffic signal light or redarrow.

What doe solid green mean?

Go If you are turning left, make the turn only ifyou have enough space to complete the turn before creating ahazard for any oncoming vehicle, bicyclist, or pedestrian. Do not enter the intersection if you cannot get completely across before the traffic signal light turns red. If you block the intersection, you can be cited.

For which of the following traffic lights must you always stop your vehicle? a) Solid red lights, flashing red lights, and blacked out traffic signals. b) Solid red lights, red arrows, and flashing yellow lights. c) Solid red lights, flashing red lights, and yellow lights.

a) Solid red lights, flashing red lights, and blacked out traffic signals.

If you are convicted of driving with an excessive blood alcohol concentration (BAC), you may be sentenced to serve: a) Up to six months in jail. b) Up to 12 months in jail. c) No jail time, but you must pay a fine of $500.

a) Up to six months in jail.

What does solid red mean?

stop Make the right turn only when it is safe and you yield to pedestrians, bicyclists, and vehicles close enough to be a hazard.

What does red arrow mean?

stop Remain stopped until the green signal or green arrow appears. Do not turn against a red arrow.

What does a flashing red light mean?

stop and proceed with caution (or when its safe)

What does solid yellow mean?

stop if you can do so safely. If you cannot stop safely, cross the intersection cautiously.

What does a flashing yellow arrow mean?

turns are permitted (unprotected), but you must first yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians and then proceed with caution.

What doe green arrow mean?

yield to any vehicle, bicyclist, or pedestrian still in the intersection. The green arrowallows you to make a "protected" turn.

You arrive at a crossroads. You want to turn left and you have a green arrow. Can you proceed? a) Yes, you can turn left, as this is a protected turn where no other oncoming vehicles can enter the intersection. b) No, you cannot turn left as this is not a green arrow. The LEDs have just failed, and coincidentally, making an arrow shape. c) Yes, you can turn left, however you may still need to yield to traffic and pedestrians. d) Yes, but only if there is a LEFT TURN PERMITTED sign present.

a) Yes, you can turn left, as this is a protected turn where no other oncoming vehicles can enter the intersection.

Always stop before you cross railroad tracks when: * a) You don't have room on the other side to completely cross the tracks b).The railroad crossing is located in a city or town that has frequent train traffic C) You transport two or more young children in a passenger vehicle.

a) You don't have room on the other side to completely cross the tracks

A Steady Red Arrow Signal a) you must stop and you cannot turn in the direction of the arrow b) You should prepare to stop and yield to oncoming traffic before turning c) You must stop and then proceed when it is safe to do so

a) you must stop and you cannot turn in the direction of the arrow

Are you allowed to turn right at a red signal? a) No, you can never turn right on a red light b) Yes, but only after coming to a stop and yielding to traffic c) Yes, but no during rush hour d) yes, but only if a sign permits it

b) Yes, but only after coming to a stop and yielding to traffic

You see a traffic signal displaying a flashing yellow arrow. What can you do here? a) You can turn left or proceed forward here. b) You can turn left, but you must yield as other cars may enter the intersection. c) The traffic signal is out of order, you should treat the signal like a STOP sign. d) You can freely turn left here.

b) You can turn left, but you must yield as other cars may enter the intersection.

At a red traffic light with a green arrow, you may proceed in the direction of the arrow if: a) You first come to a complete stop. b) You wait until the light changes. c) You are in the proper lane and the roadway is clear.

b) You wait until the light changes.

When can you drive in a bike lane? * a)During rush hour traffic if there are no bicyclists in the bike lane b)When you are within 200 feet of a cross street where you plan to turn right c) When you want to pass a driver ahead of you who is turning right.

b)When you are within 200 feet of a cross street where you plan to turn right

You are approaching an intersection where a traffic signal is displaying a steady yellow light. If you have not already entered the intersection, you should: a) Speed up to beat the red light. b) Reduce you speed and proceed carefully through the intersection. c) Come to a safe stop

c) Come to a safe stop

A flashing yellow traffic signal at an intersection means: a) You should treat the signal like a stop sign. b) Stop. Yield to all cross traffic before crossing in the intersection. c) Slow down and be alert at the upcoming intersection

c) Slow down and be alert at the upcoming intersection.

You see a flashing yellow traffic signal at an upcoming intersection. The flashing yellow light means: a) Stop before entering the intersection as long as you can do so safely. b) Stop. Yield to all cross traffic before crossing the intersection. c) Slow down and cross the intersection carefully.

c) Slow down and cross the intersection carefully.

You see a flashing yellow traffic signal at an upcoming intersection. The flashing yellow light means: a) Stop before entering the intersection, as long as you can do so safely. b) Stop. Yield to all cross traffic before crossing the intersection. c) Slow down and cross the intersection carefully.

c) Slow down and cross the intersection carefully.

What must you do at a flashing red traffic signal? a) Proceed. You don't need to stop or yield at a flashing red signal b) Drive with caution because the traffic light is broken c) Stop, yield to traffic, and proceed when safe d) Stop. You cannot proceed until the light has stopped flashing

c) Stop, yield to traffic, and proceed when safe

You arrive at a crossroads. You want to turn left and you have a green light. Can you proceed? a) Yes, but only if there is a LEFT TURN PERMITTED sign present. b) Yes, you can turn left, as this is a protected turn where no other cars are allowed to enter the intersection. c) Yes, you can turn left, however you may still need to yield to pedestrians and oncoming traffic. d) No, you cannot turn left unless you have a green left pointing arrow.

c) Yes, you can turn left, however you may still need to yield to pedestrians and oncoming traffic.

What is the difference between traffic lights with red arrows and those with solid red lights? a) Red arrows are only used to stop traffic which is turning. b) Red arrows are only used for protected turn lanes. c) You cannot turn on a red arrow, even if you stop first

c) You cannot turn on a red arrow, even if you stop first

What must you do at a flashing yellow traffic signal? a) Stop, yield, and proceed when safe b) You cannot turn at this intersection, so continue straight c) Prepare to stop, the light will soon turn red d) Proceed with caution, slow down

d) Proceed with caution, slow down

What must you do at a solid yellow traffic signal? a) Stop, yield, and proceed when safe b) Speed up to get through before the signal turns red c) Drive with caution as there may be a hazard ahead d) Stop if it is safe, the signal will soon turn red

d) Stop if it is safe, the signal will soon turn red

What does Traffic Signal Light Not Working (Blackout) mean?

Proceed cautiously as if the intersection is controlled by "STOP" signs in all directions.

What does a flashing yellow light mean?

Proceed with caution Slow down and be alert before entering the intersection. Yield to any pedestrians, bicyclists, or vehicles in the intersection. You do not need to stop for a flashing yellow traffic signal light.