Traffic lights and markingsQuestion 63 of 328

The light turns yellow as you near the intersection. You can stop safely. What must you do?

  1. Speed up to cross before it turns red
  2. Stop
  3. Go on with caution
  4. Stop only if other cars are close
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Correct answer: Stop

Stop on a yellow light when you can do it safely. Go on with caution only when you cannot stop safely.

Source: The Official MTO Driver's Handbook (Ontario Ministry of Transportation), Traffic lights, Yellow light

Practice traffic lights and markings

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026