If you approach an intersection controlled by a traffic light with a flashing yellow light, must you yield to vehicles on the cross street?

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Yes, it is mandatory. A flashing yellow light (or two alternating yellow lights) does not prohibit passing, but it requires drivers to proceed with extreme caution and follow general priority rules. This means you must yield to vehicles traveling on the cross street (approaching from either the right or the left) and to pedestrians crossing. The option 'Only within built-up areas' is incorrect because traffic signals apply on all types of roads. The option 'No' is incorrect because a flashing light does not grant priority the way a green light does.

If you approach an intersection controlled by a traffic light with a flashing yellow light, must you yield to vehicles on the cross street?

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