You are first in line when the light turns green. What should you do before moving?

You are first in line when the light turns green. What should you do before moving?

• A. Check the areas in front, left, and right
• B. Move immediately
• C. Start honking
• D. Rev the engine

Answer: (A)

Before moving on a green light, take a quick safety scan of the intersection. Looking in front, then to the left and right, helps you spot anything that could cause a conflict as you enter the intersection: pedestrians about to step into the crosswalk, cyclists or vehicles approaching from the sides, or drivers turning who might not yet see you. This scan confirms it’s safe to proceed and prevents surprises right after you start moving. Moving immediately or making loud noises won’t make the intersection safer; that can startle others or fail to reveal hidden hazards. If the view is clear, you can accelerate smoothly and continue with awareness of any new conditions as you drive.

Before moving on a green light, take a quick safety scan of the intersection. Looking in front, then to the left and right, helps you spot anything that could cause a conflict as you enter the intersection: pedestrians about to step into the crosswalk, cyclists or vehicles approaching from the sides, or drivers turning who might not yet see you. This scan confirms it’s safe to proceed and prevents surprises right after you start moving. Moving immediately or making loud noises won’t make the intersection safer; that can startle others or fail to reveal hidden hazards. If the view is clear, you can accelerate smoothly and continue with awareness of any new conditions as you drive.