When you come to an intersection with a flashing red light, you must:
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Come to a full stop and yield to oncoming vehicles and pedestrians, then proceed when safe to do so.
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Speed up to beat the red light.
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Stop only if other vehicles are already in the intersection.
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Slow down and be prepared to stop if necessary.
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Explanation
At an intersection with a flashing red light, drivers must come to a full stop, yield to oncoming vehicles and pedestrians, and proceed only when it's safe to do so.
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