How to Read Traffic Lights at a Three-Way Intersection?

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First, you must identify the lane you are in. Look for lane markings—generally, a straight arrow in the middle indicates a straight lane, while arrows on the left and right sides indicate turning lanes. After confirming your lane, observe the corresponding traffic light signal for that lane. A green light means you can turn, while a red light requires you to stop at the intersection. At some intersections, there may be no dedicated turning lanes, and the traffic light will not have arrow indicators—only a circular light. In such cases, simply follow the color of the light. If there is no dedicated right-turn light and you are in the rightmost right-turn lane, you can usually proceed to turn right regardless of the traffic light ahead.