Western Australia · Theory Test (CTT) · Pedestrians and cyclists

The light at a pelican crossing is flashing yellow. What does it mean?

The answer

  • Proceed with caution, and give way to any pedestrians still crossing Correct
  • Stop and wait for a green light
  • Pedestrians must wait for you
  • The signals have failed - treat it as a stop sign

Why that's the answer

A flashing yellow at a pelican crossing means proceed with caution: you may go, unless pedestrians are crossing, in which case you must give way. Do not confuse it with a flashing yellow at an intersection, which means the signals are not working.

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