Florida Class E Knowledge ExamFlorida Road SignsHard
You are driving on a Florida road and approach an intersection with a traffic signal. The signal is red, but there is a green arrow pointing right. What does this combination of signals mean?
- AYou may turn right without stopping, but must yield to pedestrians and oncoming traffic.
- BYou may turn right after stopping, but must yield to pedestrians and other vehicles.
- CYou must stop and wait for the main light to turn green before turning right.
- DYou have a protected right turn and may proceed without yielding, as long as the path is clear.
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Correct answer: D. You have a protected right turn and may proceed without yielding, as long as the path is clear.
A green arrow, even when accompanied by a red light, indicates a protected turn in the direction of the arrow. This means you have the right-of-way and may proceed without yielding to opposing traffic or pedestrians, as these movements are stopped by the red light.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. A flashing yellow arrow or a right turn on red after stop requires yielding; a solid green arrow provides protection.
- B. A stop is not required for a solid green arrow.
- C. A green arrow overrides the red light for that specific turn movement.
Protected Turn (Green Arrow)
A traffic signal indication (solid green arrow) that grants the right-of-way for a specific turn movement, meaning conflicting traffic and pedestrian movements are stopped.
- Allows turning in the direction of the arrow without yielding.
- Conflicting traffic and pedestrians are held by a red signal.
- Does not require a stop before proceeding.
Memory trick: Green arrow, protected show, no need to yield, just go!