When the traffic signal changes from green to yellow at an intersection, a driver should:

• A. Slow down and prepare to stop if this can be done without endangering vehicles behind you.
• B. Speed up to clear the intersection.
• C. Stop immediately.
• D. Proceed through if no other vehicles are present.

Answer: (A)

Yellow signals a warning that the light will soon be red. The safest move is to slow down and be prepared to stop, but only if stopping can be done without endangering you or other traffic behind you. This approach gives you time to assess the intersection and brake smoothly, reducing the risk of a rear-end collision. If stopping safely isn’t possible because you’re too close, you may continue through with caution rather than risking an abrupt stop. Rushing to beat the light or stopping immediately without considering your distance or cross-traffic isn’t appropriate.