What does a flashing red traffic signal require drivers to do?

• A. Stop
• B. Proceed with caution
• C. Slow down
• D. Yield to cross traffic

Answer: (A)

A flashing red signal means you must come to a complete stop, just like at a stop sign. Stop before the intersection (and behind any stop line if there is one), look for cross traffic and pedestrians, and only proceed when the way is clear and it’s safe to do so. This requirement to stop first is why stopping is the correct response; simply proceeding, slowing down without stopping, or yielding without stopping wouldn’t satisfy the signal’s instruction. After stopping, yield as needed and go when it’s safe.