Hawaii Drivers Permit Practice Test

If a police officer directs you through a red light, what should you do?

1. Stop and then proceed

2. Wait for the green light

3. Go as directed

4. Make a right turn

The correct answer is: Go as directed

When a police officer gives you direction to proceed through a red light, it is important to follow their instructions. Police officers are trained to manage traffic and ensure safety, especially in situations where normal traffic signals may not be effective due to emergencies or accidents. By following the officer's directions, you are adhering to a lawful command that takes precedence over standard traffic signals in that specific context. Going as directed helps maintain order and safety on the road, particularly in situations where the usual traffic flow is disrupted. Ignoring the officer's instructions could lead to confusion and potentially hazardous situations for yourself and other drivers. The other options involve actions that could conflict with the officer's authority. Stopping and then proceeding or waiting for a green light does not acknowledge the officer's direction, which is meant to control traffic in a way that might be critical at that moment. Making a right turn would not be appropriate unless indicated by the officer, as their command pertains to how to navigate through the red light itself.