An illuminated arrow in the traffic light applies to every direction of travel on that lane, not only the direction the arrow points.

Explanation

Once an arrow is visible, the light applies EXCLUSIVELY to the direction the arrow indicates. Other directions are governed by a different light or sign

Why learners get this wrong

• Once an arrow is visible, the light applies EXCLUSIVELY to the direction the arrow indicates. Other directions are governed by a different light or sign

Topic: The three-colour traffic light: green, yellow, red — and its limits

Read the rule: Core: The three-colour traffic light: green, yellow, red — and its limits

Sections

• Challenge: The three-colour traffic light: green, yellow, red — and its limits
• The model: The three-colour traffic light: green, yellow, red — and its limits
• Core: The three-colour traffic light: green, yellow, red — and its limits
• Why it matters: The three-colour traffic light: green, yellow, red — and its limits
• Active recall: The three-colour traffic light: green, yellow, red — and its limits
• Teach back: The three-colour traffic light: green, yellow, red — and its limits
• Memory hook: The three-colour traffic light: green, yellow, red — and its limits

Terms

• Geel knipperlicht geen voorrang
• Licht fietslicht apart
• Licht geel stop met uitzondering
• Licht geen kruispunt blokkeren
• Licht groen doorgaan
• Licht pijl beperkt richting

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