California DMV Permit Test (Class C)Rules of the Road and Right-of-WayEasy
You are approaching an intersection with a flashing yellow traffic light. What should you do?
- ATreat it as a stop sign and stop before entering the intersection.
- BStop completely and wait for a green light.
- CSlow down and proceed with caution.
- DContinue at your current speed, as it indicates a clear intersection.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. Slow down and proceed with caution.
A flashing yellow light means you should slow down and be particularly careful when proceeding through the intersection. You do not need to stop unless other traffic or a signal requires it.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Treating it as a stop sign is incorrect; that applies to a flashing red light.
- B. Stopping completely is required for a flashing red light or a stop sign, not a flashing yellow.
- D. Continuing at current speed is unsafe and incorrect; a flashing yellow light indicates a need for caution.
Flashing Yellow Light
A flashing yellow traffic light warns drivers to slow down and proceed with caution through the intersection.
- Indicates a potential hazard or need for increased awareness.
- Does not require a full stop.
- Requires yielding to any vehicles or pedestrians already in the intersection.
Memory trick: Green means Go, Red means Stop, Yellow means Slow and Show.