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Signals and road markingsQuestion 81 of 312
A traffic signal with three round lamps in a dark box. The middle lamp is lit amber. The other two are dark.

A steady amber light comes on after green as you approach an intersection. You can stop safely. What must you do?

  1. Speed up to cross before red
  2. Stop at the stop line or crosswalk
  3. Slow down and cross with care
  4. Stop only if a car is behind you
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Correct answer: Stop at the stop line or crosswalk

The law requires you to stop at amber unless you cannot stop safely.

Source: Highway Traffic Act (PEI, consolidated to May 29, 2026), s. 167(3) Yellow or amber light at intersection, page 88

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026