Chapter 3-2: Traffic signals

The “Traffic signals” section of the Saskatchewan Driving Practice Test helps new drivers understand how to interpret and respond to traffic lights and related signals.

Saskatchewan Driving Test - Chapter 3-3: Traffic signals

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If you’re in the outside (left) lane of a double right‑turn lane at a red light, you may:

Never turn right from that lane

Only turn right on a green arrow

Turn right after stopping and yielding, using extra caution

Proceed without stopping

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When facing a red light and a solid green arrow, you may:

Only turn right

Not move until the red light turns green

Proceed straight through the intersection

Proceed in the direction of the arrow after yielding to vehicles and pedestrians

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A green light at an intersection means you may:

Only turn left

Turn left, turn right, or go straight if it’s safe and not prohibited by signs

Only go straight

Only turn right

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Pedestrians may not start to cross when facing:

A green light

A flashing amber (yellow) light

A flashing green arrow

A red light, an amber (yellow) light, or a “don’t walk” light or symbol

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When approaching a red light, you must:

Only stop if turning left

Slow down and proceed with caution

Stop, then proceed if no one is coming

Stop and remain stopped until the light changes

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At a red light, you may make a right turn if:

The intersection is busy

There is no sign prohibiting it and you yield to pedestrians and other vehicles

You are in any lane

You use your horn to warn others

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When facing a red or green light and a flashing green (left turn) arrow, you may:

Proceed straight only

Not move until the arrow stops flashing

Turn right only

Proceed in the direction of the green arrow

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Alternating flashing amber (yellow) lights warn that:

A school zone is ahead

A railway crossing is ahead

Pedestrians cannot cross

Traffic lights ahead are red or about to turn red

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When turning left on a green light, you must:

Proceed quickly to clear the intersection first

Yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians

Stop and wait for a red light

Only yield to oncoming vehicles, not pedestrians

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When approaching an amber (yellow) light at an intersection, you must:

Stop before entering the crosswalk unless you cannot stop safely

Stop only if pedestrians are present

Continue without changing speed

Speed up to get through before it turns red

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A left turn on a red light is allowed only:

At any intersection with a green arrow

At the intersection of two one‑way streets where there is no sign prohibiting it

At intersections without pedestrians

At any intersection if traffic is light

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A flashing amber (yellow) light means you must:

Proceed with caution

Speed up to clear the area

Stop, then proceed when safe

Stop and remain stopped

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If traffic is heavy and you entered on a green to turn left, you may have to complete your turn on:

A flashing green light

A solid green arrow

A flashing red light

An amber (yellow) or red light

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When approaching a flashing red light, you must:

Yield only to pedestrians

Stop, then proceed when it’s safe

Continue if the way looks clear

Slow down and proceed with caution

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You may make a U‑turn at an intersection with traffic lights:

Only on a green arrow

Whenever traffic is clear

Only on a flashing amber light

Only if a sign indicates U‑turns are permitted

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This part of the test covers the meanings of red, yellow, and green lights, as well as arrows, pedestrian signals, and flashing lights. It teaches drivers the proper actions when facing different light sequences, such as when to stop, proceed, or yield. Mastery of this section is vital for smooth traffic flow and preventing accidents at intersections. Studying traffic signals ensures that drivers can make safe, confident decisions, contributing to overall road safety in Saskatchewan.