When the traffic light is green, but traffic is blocking the intersection, drivers should:
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Honk their horn to establish their right-of-way.
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Not enter the intersection until they can get completely across.
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Enter the intersection and wait for traffic to clear.
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Explanation
Do not enter an intersection unless you can get through it without having to stop. Before moving, look across the intersection to ensure the path is clear all the way through, and you won't block it if you have to stop.
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