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The light turns steady yellow as you approach an intersection. What does it mean, and what should you do?
- A.Speed up to get through before red
- B.You have the right-of-way over all traffic
- C.The light is about to turn red — stop if you can do so safely
- D.Make your turn without slowing
Correct answer
C. The light is about to turn red — stop if you can do so safely
Why
A steady yellow light warns that the signal is changing to red. Stop before the intersection unless you are too close to stop safely.
Manual topic: NY Driver's Manual (MV-21) - Chapter 4: Traffic Control · From the New York Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (NYC-019).