What should you do when approaching a yellow traffic light?

When approaching a yellow traffic light, the correct action is to prepare to stop if it is safe to do so. A yellow light serves as a warning that the signal is about to change to red, indicating that drivers should be cautious and ready to halt their vehicle.

This is an important safety measure; it gives drivers a chance to slow down and stop, preventing potential accidents that could occur if they try to rush through the intersection. In situations where stopping may not be safe, such as if you are too close to the intersection to stop without causing a collision, drivers may proceed through the intersection, but this should always be a last resort.

Choices that involve speeding up to make it through the light, ignoring the light while continuing to drive, or honking the horn to signal others do not prioritize safety and can lead to dangerous situations on the road. Such actions could easily result in accidents, traffic violations, and endangering the lives of the driver and others on the road.