Texas Driver's License Knowledge TestTraffic Signs and SignalsHard
A driver is approaching a four-way intersection with a traffic signal that is displaying a steady green arrow pointing left, accompanied by a steady red light. What action should the driver take?
- AYield to oncoming traffic and then make a left turn.
- BMake a protected left turn, as the green arrow indicates it is safe.
- CProceed straight or turn right, but a left turn is prohibited.
- DStop and wait for the red light to change before proceeding in any direction.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: B. Make a protected left turn, as the green arrow indicates it is safe.
A steady green arrow, even when accompanied by a steady red light, grants the right-of-way for a protected turn in the direction of the arrow. The red light applies to all other movements, but the green arrow specifically permits a safe left turn without yielding to oncoming traffic.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Yielding is not required when a steady green arrow grants a protected left turn.
- C. The green arrow specifically allows a left turn; the red light applies to other movements.
- D. The green arrow overrides the red light for the specific movement it indicates.
Steady Green Arrow with Red Light
A steady green arrow traffic signal, even when a red light is also illuminated, indicates that drivers may proceed safely in the direction of the arrow without yielding to other traffic.
- Grants a 'protected' turn.
- Overrides the red light for that specific movement.
- Drivers do not need to yield to oncoming traffic for the arrow's direction.
Memory trick: Green arrow always means go, safely and protected.