Texas Driver's License Knowledge TestRight-of-WayEasy
You are driving on a two-lane road and approach an intersection where a police officer is directing traffic. The officer signals you to proceed straight, despite a red traffic light facing your direction. What action should you take?
- AMake a right turn, as it is generally permitted on a red light after stopping.
- BHonk your horn to alert the officer that the light is red.
- CFollow the police officer's directions and proceed straight through the intersection.
- DStop at the red light and wait for it to turn green before proceeding.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. Follow the police officer's directions and proceed straight through the intersection.
When a police officer is directing traffic, their signals override any traffic control devices, such as traffic lights or signs. Drivers must always obey the instructions of a law enforcement officer.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. A right turn on red is a general rule, but it is superseded when an officer is directing traffic to go straight.
- B. Honking your horn to question an officer's directive is inappropriate and incorrect.
- D. Traffic light signals are superseded by directions from a law enforcement officer.
Officer Directives
Instructions given by a law enforcement officer directing traffic or managing a scene.
- Officer directives override all other traffic controls.
- Drivers must obey all lawful instructions from police officers.
- Failure to obey can result in citations or accidents.
Memory trick: Officers always outrank signs and signals.