A police officer directing traffic directs you to drive through a red light. What should you do?
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Wait for the green light.
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Drive through the red light as directed.
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Make a left turn.
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Come to a complete stop, then do what the officer tells you.
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Explanation
Drivers must obey all lawful orders and directions of a police officer. When instructed by a police officer to proceed through a red light, you must follow the officer's instructions. In general, if a law enforcement officer is directing traffic at a traffic signal, you must obey the officer, not the signal. Failure to adhere to the officer's instructions can result in a ticket.
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