Practice question

Which of the following correctly describes the 'green wave' concept in signal coordination?

  1. All signals along a corridor turn green simultaneously
  2. Signal offsets are timed so vehicles traveling at the progression speed encounter green signals at successive intersections
  3. Only one direction of traffic is given a green signal at any time
  4. All signals default to flashing green during off-peak hours

Answer: B — Signal offsets are timed so vehicles traveling at the progression speed encounter green signals at successive intersections

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