Practice question

You see a yellow arrow at an intersection. This arrow means:

  1. You are allowed to make a protected turn
  2. The light is about to turn red
  3. You must move forward
  4. You must stop

Answer: A — You are allowed to make a protected turn

A yellow arrow at an intersection typically designates a protected turn, which means that you are allowed to turn in the direction of the arrow while oncoming traffic is stopped by a red light. Option B is incorrect because a yellow arrow does not indicate that the light is about to turn red, as that would be indicated by a solid yellow light. Option C is also incorrect because a yellow arrow does not give instructions to move forward, it only applies to drivers who wish to make a turn. Option D is incorrect because a yellow arrow by itself does not require drivers to stop, as that would be indicated by a red arrow or red light.

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