Mississippi Written Drivers Test Practice

What should you do when approaching a traffic signal that is turning yellow?

1. Speed up to make it through

2. Stop if it is safe to do so

3. Prepare to stop but proceed if already in the intersection

4. Ignore it as it's just a warning

The correct answer is: Stop if it is safe to do so

When approaching a traffic signal that is turning yellow, the appropriate response is to stop if it is safe to do so. A yellow light serves as a warning to drivers that the signal is about to change to red, indicating that they should prepare to stop. If you can safely bring your vehicle to a halt before the intersection, doing so is the best course of action to ensure both your safety and that of other road users. It is important to recognize that the yellow light is a signal for caution, not an invitation to accelerate. In situations where stopping might lead to an unsafe condition, such as if a vehicle is closely following you and may not be able to stop in time as well, you should proceed cautiously through the intersection if you are already within it. However, the overall emphasis with a yellow light is to be prepared to stop rather than to ignore the signal or speed up, which could lead to accidents or violations.