Traffic lights and markingsQuestion 73 of 328

A left-turn green arrow and a red light show. You are in the intersection to turn left when the light turns red. What should you do?

  1. Finish the turn when it is safe
  2. Stop where you are and wait
  3. Back up out of the intersection
  4. Turn only after the next green
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Correct answer: Finish the turn when it is safe

Do not stop in the middle. Finish your turn when it is safe.

Source: The Official MTO Driver's Handbook (Ontario Ministry of Transportation), Traffic lights, Simultaneous left turn

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026