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traffic lights were designed to control the traffic flow in largely populated areas.

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Is it legal for a traffic light and stop sign be at the same intersection?

Yes, it is legal for a traffic light and stop sign to be at the same intersection. The stop sign serves as a backup in case the traffic light is not functioning properly. Drivers are required to obey both signals in such a scenario.


What is traffic law enforcement?

Traffic Law Enforcement System: A system having two or more enforcement units and at least one central computer connected via network devices. The enforcement units are spaced apart a given distance and each has a license plate reader.


Criminal law is designed to?

Criminal law is designed to protect society by defining what behavior is considered criminal and establishing penalties for those who commit crimes. It aims to deter individuals from engaging in unlawful activities and seek justice for victims of crimes.


Is it illegal to accelerate through a yellow traffic light?

It is generally not illegal to accelerate through a yellow traffic light as long as you are able to safely make it through the intersection before the light turns red. However, you should always exercise caution and be prepared to stop if the light changes.


When is it legal for all traffic to make left hand turns when traffic light is red?

to exicute this correctly; first, you have to be on a one way street. Then the street that you are turning onto must also be a one way street. There for all traffic wanting to make a left hand turn on red, can do so because they are not required to cross oncoming traffic.

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Why would a driver stop on a red traffic light?

As it is the law.


When was the 3 way traffic light invented?

The three-way traffic light was invented in 1927 by police officer William Potts in Detroit, Michigan. It was designed to help regulate traffic at intersections more efficiently.


How much seconds does it need to go from orange to red on the traffic light?

The duration for a traffic light to transition from orange to red can vary based on local traffic regulations and specific traffic light systems. Typically, the orange light lasts for about 3 to 5 seconds before changing to red. This timing is designed to alert drivers to prepare to stop, ensuring safety at intersections. Always check local traffic laws for precise timings in your area.


What does a green traffics light mean?

A green traffic light means you may go, but only if safe to do so. If there is other traffic or pedestrians in the way, you may NOT go until safe, even if you "have the green light." Even if the other traffic or pedestrians are violating the law, you cannot go until it is safe.


Does a traffic light turn green at the same time as the other turning red?

Typically, traffic lights are designed to ensure safety by preventing conflicting movements. In many traffic signal systems, a green light for one direction will coincide with a red light for the opposing direction to avoid collisions. However, the exact timing can vary based on local traffic regulations and signal programming, so it's always best to check specific traffic light patterns in your area.


What is the opposite of heavy traffic?

The opposite would be "light traffic".


It's against the law to drive through a red light explain how this traffic law helps citizens?

Traffic signals at intersections are installed to provide for the smooth flow of traffic and avoid accidents. The motorists with the green light have the right to expect that they can proceed through the intersection safely although defensive driving tells us we should always look both ways in case any other motorist is driving through the red light.


What year did Garrett Morgan invent the first traffic light?

In early 1922, inventor Garrett Augustus Morgan designed a cross shaped traffic signal, for which he submitted a patent application on February 27 of that year. The patent was granted on November 20, 1923.


What happnes if the traffic light system brakes down?

If a traffic light breaks most cities will assign a traffic cop to regulate traffic until the light can be fixed.


How tall is a traffic light?

If you are asking what the height of a traffic light above the street is, that is usually set by the specifications of the individual states or municipalities, and usually designed to be high enough to clear the tallest oad that can be lawfully transported on the highways without special permit.


What did the big traffic light say to the little traffic light?

your not so bright


Can a traffic light emit light energy?

Yes. That is why they are called traffic lights.