Chapter 3-2: Signals

The ICBC driving test features a section on signals, evaluating your knowledge of hand, vehicle, and traffic signals used in British Columbia.

BC Driving Test - Chapter 3-2: Signals

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What does a flashing yellow traffic light mean?

Stop, then proceed when safe

Come to a full stop and wait for green

Turn right only

Slow down and proceed with caution

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What does a green arrow traffic signal mean?

Turn in the direction of the arrow

Turn in any direction you choose

Go straight only

Stop and do not turn

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What does a flashing green traffic light (pedestrian-controlled) mean?

Stop until the light turns yellow

Go only if the intersection is clear

Stop and wait for a pedestrian signal

Turn left only

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What must other vehicles do at a transit priority signal showing a steady white rectangular light?

Proceed straight through the intersection

Treat it as a flashing yellow

Turn right only

Wait, because only buses may go on this signal

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What does a yellow arrow for an advance left turn signal indicate?

Speed up to complete your left turn

Left turns are no longer allowed at this intersection

The left turn signal is about to change; slow down and stop unless you cannot safely stop in time

You must immediately turn right instead of left

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What does a steady green traffic light mean?

Turn left only

Turn right only

Stop and then proceed when safe

Continue if the intersection is clear

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What should you do at a steady yellow traffic light?

Slow down and stop before the intersection unless you cannot safely stop in time

Speed up to clear the intersection quickly

Treat it as a green light and continue normally

Stop only if a pedestrian is in the crosswalk

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What does a steady red traffic light mean you must do?

Slow down and proceed with caution

Stop only if there is cross traffic

Proceed through the intersection without stopping

Come to a full stop, then you may turn right or left onto a one-way street unless a sign forbids it

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What should a driver do when a lane control signal shows a downward green arrow over a lane?

Move out of this lane immediately

Drive in this lane

Use the lane only for passing

Treat the lane as closed to traffic

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What does a flashing red traffic light mean?

Proceed without stopping

Slow down, but stopping is not required

Stop and wait for a police officer to direct you

Stop, then continue only when it is safe

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This section tests your ability to interpret traffic lights, understand lane-use signals, and recognize hand signals for turning or stopping. Knowing when to use your turn signals and how to respond to other drivers’ signals is critical for road safety. The test ensures you can navigate intersections, merge safely, and communicate effectively with other road users. To succeed, review the ICBC driving guide and practice identifying different signals before your exam.