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What does a flashing red traffic signal mean?
A flashing red traffic light means you must come to a complete stop and yield the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians, proceeding only when it is saf
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Question: What does a flashing red traffic signal mean?
Answer options:
- Slow down and proceed with caution ✅ Stop completely, then proceed when safe
- Speed up to clear the intersection
- Signal is broken — ignore it
Correct answer: Stop completely, then proceed when safe
Explanation: A flashing red traffic light means you must come to a complete stop and yield the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians, proceeding only when it is safe to do so. This functions exactly like a stop sign under the Alberta Traffic Safety Act. Slowing down with caution is the rule for a flashing yellow light, not red, while speeding up or ignoring the signal is highly dangerous and illegal. On the Alberta Class 7 exam, candidates must carefully distinguish between flashing red and flashing yellow signals, as mixing up these basic right-of-way rules is a common trap on traffic control questions.
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