A red arrow displayed on a traffic signal means:
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You must come to a stop.
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You may proceed with caution.
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The indicated lane is reserved for vehicles traveling in the opposite direction.
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You cannot proceed on that lane and must merge into another one.
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Explanation
When approaching a traffic light showing a red arrow, you must come to a complete stop. Wait until the light turns green before proceeding through the intersection. Never proceed through the intersection while the red arrow is displayed.
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