Practice question

Under what circumstances is a right turn on a red light allowed in California?

  1. Only when making a full stop
  2. When it is safe and legal to do so
  3. Only when the street is empty
  4. After yielding to any pedestrians

Answer: B — When it is safe and legal to do so

A right turn on a red light is allowed in California when it is both safe and legal to do so. This means that the driver must come to a full stop and check for any oncoming traffic and pedestrians before proceeding with the turn. Option A is incorrect because simply making a full stop is not enough, the driver must also ensure it is safe and legal before proceeding. Option C is incorrect because the street does not have to be completely empty, it just has to be safe and legal to make the turn. Option D is incorrect because the driver must yield to pedestrians, but this is not the only requirement for making a right turn on a red light in California.

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