What should a driver do when approaching a traffic control signal that is not in operation?
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Treat it as a green light and proceed with caution.
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Drive quickly through the intersection to get out of the way of other vehicles.
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If the intersection is clear, the driver does not need to stop.
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Come to a full stop and yield the right-of-way before entering the intersection.
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Explanation
When traffic control signals are not working, the intersection should be treated as an all-way stop. This means that drivers must come to a complete stop, assess the situation, and yield the right-of-way before entering an intersection.
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