You arrive at an intersection where you have a green light, but the path ahead is blocked. You should:
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Stay out of the intersection until traffic clears.
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Merge into another lane and try to go around the traffic.
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Enter the intersection and wait until traffic clears.
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Turn left and find another route.
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Explanation
If you are facing a green traffic light, you have the right-of-way, and may drive through an intersection as long as it is clear of other vehicles or pedestrians. Do not start across an intersection if there are vehicles blocking your way. Allow traffic to clear the intersection before you go ahead.
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