Which of the following describes a flashing red light?

• A. Stop, yield, then proceed when safe
• B. Slow down and proceed with caution
• C. Treat as normal green
• D. Stop and wait for a green arrow

Answer: (A)

A flashing red light means you must come to a complete stop, then proceed when the way is clear. Think of it like a stop sign: stop fully, look for any cross traffic or pedestrians, yield as needed, and only enter the intersection when it’s safe. This is why describing it as stopping, yielding to others, and then proceeding when safe is the correct interpretation. It’s not the same as a flashing yellow light (which warns to slow down and proceed with caution), nor as a normal green signal that means go. It also isn’t a signal to wait for a green arrow, which is a different type of protected turn signal.