Delaware Driver Education State Practice Test

Can you make a left turn on a red light?

1. Yes, without conditions

2. Only if yielding to oncoming traffic

3. Yes, at all times

4. No, it is never allowed

The correct answer is: Only if yielding to oncoming traffic

Making a left turn on a red light is generally permitted under specific conditions. In the case of turning left onto a one-way street from a two-way street, it is allowed as long as the driver first comes to a complete stop and yields to any oncoming traffic, as well as to pedestrians in the crosswalk. This requirement to yield is critical for safety, as it ensures that turning drivers do not interfere with traffic flowing in the opposite direction. In contrast, in other scenarios, such as turning left onto a two-way street or when a red light is facing the driver, the action would be prohibited because it could create dangerous situations for both the driver and others on the road. Therefore, yielding to oncoming traffic when making a left turn on red is essential to ensure all road users' safety and compliance with traffic laws.