What should you do if a traffic signal is out?

When a traffic signal is out, treating it as a four-way stop is the appropriate action to take. This means that all vehicles approaching the intersection should come to a complete stop and proceed through the intersection in the order they arrive. This rule helps maintain safety and order, preventing confusion and potential accidents at an intersection where the normal traffic signals are not functioning.

In such situations, the concept of right-of-way also becomes important. Each driver must yield to any other vehicle that reaches the intersection before them. If two vehicles arrive at the same time, the vehicle on the right has the right of way. By treating an inoperative signal like a four-way stop, drivers can make informed and safe decisions about when to enter the intersection.

Other choices indicate actions that could lead to dangerous situations. Continuing to drive without stopping could result in collisions, while waiting for a police officer might not always be practical or necessary. Proceeding without considering traffic rules could lead to traffic chaos and accidents. Therefore, treating the intersection as a four-way stop is the safest and most responsible approach when a traffic signal is out.