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Revision question · Band 2 traffic signs and signals, car control, pedestrians, mechanical knowledge
You're approaching traffic lights. What should you do if the red and amber lights are showing together?
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Drive past the lights if the road is clear
Take care: there's a fault with the lights
Wait for the green light and only drive on if the road is clear
Stop, because the lights are about to change to red
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Wait for the green light and only drive on if the road is clearThis was the right answer
Be aware that other traffic might still be clearing the junction. When the green light shows, make sure the way is clear before continuing.
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Rule 175Highway Code rule · The original red-and-amber and advanced-stop-line artwork was inspected. Follow the light sequence, stop on amber when safe and never enter a blocked exit.Rule 176Highway Code rule · The original red-and-amber and advanced-stop-line artwork was inspected. Follow the light sequence, stop on amber when safe and never enter a blocked exit.