Quizlet Negotiating intersections

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  1. Controlled intersection: intersection at which traffic signals or signs determin the right of way
  2. Controlled RailRoad Crossing: RailRoad crossing controlled by flashing red lights and/or crossing gates
  3. Crossbuck: Large X-shaped sign located beside an uncontrolled railroad crossing
  4. Fresh Green light: light that has just turned from red to green
  5. Gap: distance between vehicles
  6. Line of Sight Restriction: line you cant see past
  7. Point of No Return: point beyond which a driver can no longer stop safely without entering the intersection
  8. Protected left turn: specific light to signal left turn
  9. Red light: you must come to a complete stop at a intersection
  10. Right of way: privilige of having immediate use of a certain part of a roadway
  11. Stale Green light: light that has been green for a long time
  12. Through street: always have the right of way for the street
  13. Through traffic: always have the right of way for traffic
  14. Traffic Circle: intersection that forms when several roadways meet at a circle
  15. Uncontrolled RailRoad Crossing: Railroad crossing that does not have flashing red lights or crossing gates
  16. Unprotected left turn: no specific light to signal left turns
  17. Yeild: to allow another vehicle or roadway user to proceed first
  18. Yellow Light: mean caution and slow down