You are stopped at an intersection. The traffic light just turned green. Should you go immediately?
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No, because you must first wait 5 seconds before proceeding.
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Yes, but yield to any vehicle or person still in the intersection.
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Yes, or you could be given a ticket for causing gridlock.
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No, you should wait until the light turns completely green before proceeding.
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Explanation
At a green light, you may go if the way is clear. When the traffic light turns green, you should proceed into the intersection, but it's important to yield to any vehicles or pedestrians already in the intersection.
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