When approaching an intersection and the signal turns yellow, you should

• A. Speed up to cross before red
• B. Stop before entering the intersection if you can do so safely
• C. Enter the intersection as soon as yellow appears
• D. Continue at the same speed

Answer: (B)

Yellow signals mean slow down and be prepared to stop. If you can stop safely with controlled braking before the intersection, you should do so. This keeps you from entering on a red and gives you time to check for pedestrians and cross traffic. If you’re too close to stop safely or stopping would cause a hazard, you may proceed through with caution instead of slamming on the brakes. Rushing to beat the light or entering the intersection as soon as yellow appears increases the risk of running a red and causing a crash. Continuing at the same speed isn’t appropriate because you may be forced to stop abruptly or end up in the intersection when the signal changes.