Revision question · Band 2 traffic signs and signals, car control, pedestrians, mechanical knowledge

You're approaching a pelican crossing. What should you do if the amber light is flashing?

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Give way to pedestrians who are crossing

Encourage waiting pedestrians to cross

Only continue when the green light appears

Stop even if the crossing is clear

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Give way to pedestrians who are crossingThis was the right answer

At a pelican crossing, there's a phase where the amber light flashes. This will show after the red light and gives pedestrians time to finish crossing safely. For drivers, the flashing amber light means they may drive on if the crossing is completely clear, but they must wait if pedestrians are still on the crossing.

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Rule 196Highway Code rule · A pelican flashing amber permits progress only when the crossing is clear; people already crossing retain priority.

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