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You approach an intersection at 30 mph. The light changes from green to steady yellow while you are still well back from the stop line, and you can stop safely. What should you do?
Blue A is well before a white stop line as its circular signal turns steady yellow.
Correct answer: Stop before the stop line, because you have not entered the intersection
Why
If you are already in the intersection, including the crosswalk, when the light turns yellow, continue and clear it with care. If you are so close to the line that a sudden stop is not safe, go through with caution. Watch the signal as you approach, so that you can decide early and avoid hard braking.
Verified against Virginia Driver's Manual · Traffic signals · p. 7
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