Texas Driver's License Knowledge TestTraffic Signs and SignalsMedium
A driver is stopped at a red traffic light at an intersection. On the right side of the intersection, there is a sign that reads 'NO TURN ON RED'. What action must the driver take?
- AWait for the green light before making a right turn.
- BStop completely, then turn right if the path is clear and safe.
- CProceed straight through the intersection without stopping.
- DYield to any cross-traffic, then turn right cautiously.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. Wait for the green light before making a right turn.
In Texas, a right turn on red is generally permitted after stopping and yielding, unless a sign explicitly states 'NO TURN ON RED'. This sign overrides the general rule, requiring the driver to wait for a green light before making the turn.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. This describes the general rule for right turn on red, which is overridden by the 'NO TURN ON RED' sign.
- C. Proceeding straight is irrelevant to a right turn on red scenario and incorrect for a red light.
- D. Yielding is part of the general right turn on red rule, but the 'NO TURN ON RED' sign means no turn is allowed at all on red.
No Turn on Red Sign
A regulatory sign that prohibits drivers from making a turn (typically right) on a red traffic light, overriding the general rule of permitting such turns after stopping.
- Specific regulatory sign.
- Overrides the general 'Right Turn on Red' rule.
- Requires waiting for a green light before turning.
- Crucial for pedestrian safety or complex traffic patterns.
Memory trick: Red light, right turn, check the sign, or lessons you'll learn!