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When you approach an intersection and a traffic light starts flashing green.

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  1. It is a sign that the traffic light is out of order and you should follow the instructions of the road signs that are placed there.
  2. There is no difference between flickering-green and green light; hence, there is no need to pay special attention to it.
  3. It is a sign that the light turned green a short time ago and you can continue driving.
  4. It is a sign that the green light is about to change in three seconds.· Correct answer

Explanation

A flashing green light at a traffic signal warns that the green light is about to end within three seconds. This is the time to prepare to stop or to decide whether to continue safely through the junction.

How to approach it

Flashing green = 3 seconds until it ends, prepare to stop

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Common mistake

Thinking flashing green is the same as steady green - it is a warning that it is about to end

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