UK Government, the Law and Your Role
What is the difference between a "green" and "amber" traffic light?
AAmber means go if it is safe, green means slow down
BBoth mean the same thing — proceed with caution
CGreen means go, amber means prepare to stop ✓
DGreen means stop, amber means proceed with caution
Answer & explanation
The correct answer is Green means go, amber means prepare to stop.
In the UK, green means go, amber (yellow) means prepare to stop as the light will turn red, and red means stop. Amber is also shown briefly with red before turning green (prepare to go).
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