When a right turn against a red signal light is permitted, what does the law require you to do before entering the intersection and making a turn?
- Come to a complete stop and wait until the way is clear ✓
- Slow down proceed with caution
- Stop, then edge into traffic
- Slow down, signal and turn
Answer: A. Come to a complete stop and wait until the way is clear
You must come to a complete stop and wait until the way is clear before turning right on a red light.
Why this is the answer
The handbook says a steady red light means a complete stop. It also says that after stopping and confirming the intersection is clear of vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians, you may turn right unless a sign forbids it. That is why the required action is a full stop and waiting for a clear way, not just slowing down or easing into traffic.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. Slow down proceed with caution — Slowing down and proceeding with caution is not enough, because a red signal requires a full stop before you enter.
- C. Stop, then edge into traffic — Stopping and then edging into traffic skips the handbook requirement to make sure the intersection is clear before turning.
- D. Slow down, signal and turn — Slowing down, signaling and turning does not include the complete stop that a red light requires.
Remember it
Think: red means stop first, then check for a clear path and any sign that forbids the turn.