Florida Class E Knowledge ExamFlorida Road SignsHard
You are driving on a rural Florida road at night and approach an intersection. You see a flashing red traffic signal. What action must you take?
- AStop completely behind the stop line, then proceed only when the intersection is clear.
- BSlow down and proceed with caution if no cross-traffic is present.
- CProceed through the intersection without stopping, as flashing signals are only advisory at night.
- DTreat it as a yield sign, slowing down and only stopping if necessary.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. Stop completely behind the stop line, then proceed only when the intersection is clear.
A flashing red traffic signal must be treated as a stop sign. You are required to come to a complete stop behind the stop line or crosswalk, and then proceed only when the intersection is clear and it is safe to do so.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. This describes a flashing yellow signal, not a flashing red one.
- C. Flashing red signals are regulatory and carry legal weight, requiring a stop, even at night.
- D. Treating it as a yield sign is incorrect; a full stop is mandatory.
Flashing Red Traffic Signal
A traffic signal that flashes red, indicating that drivers must come to a complete stop, similar to a stop sign, and proceed only when safe.
- Requires a full stop before the stop line or crosswalk.
- Yield right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
- Proceed only when the intersection is clear and safe.
Memory trick: Red flash, full stop dash, then proceed with a safe splash.