8.1.40. In which directions are you allowed to proceed in this situation?
UAУ яких напрямках Вам дозволено рух в даній ситуації?
This exam question from the Traffic Rules of Ukraine tests the driver's ability to safely navigate a signal-controlled intersection and correctly interpret traffic light signals. The topic directly affects road safety, as mistakes in choosing the permitted direction at a signal often lead to conflicts with oncoming traffic and pedestrians.
The question belongs to the section of the Traffic Rules concerning control signals, specifically to clause 8.7.3 (b), which describes the meaning of a green signal in the form of an arrow (arrows) on a black background. For the theoretical exam, it is important to remember that such arrows allow movement only in the indicated directions, and an arrow permitting a left turn also allows a U-turn, unless it is prohibited by road signs. Therefore, when the green signal shows "straight" and "left," the driver may go straight, make a left turn, or make a U-turn, but does not have the right to turn right without a corresponding green arrow.
When analyzing the answer choices, incorrect options are those that add a right turn (since permission to turn right must be confirmed by a separate arrow), or those that unjustifiably narrow the permitted directions by ignoring the "straight" arrow. The correct answer is the one that takes into account both illuminated arrows and the Traffic Rules provision that "left" includes the possibility of a U-turn unless prohibited by signs. In practice, when making a turn or U-turn at such an intersection, you must also remember the obligation to yield to pedestrians and consider road markings and signs, which may further restrict the maneuver.
Clause 8.7.3 b) of the Traffic Rules of Ukraine
"Traffic light signals have the following meanings: b) a green arrow (arrows) on a black background allows movement in the indicated direction(s). The same meaning applies to a green arrow (arrows) signal in an additional section of the traffic light. A signal in the form of an arrow allowing a left turn also permits a U-turn, unless it is prohibited by road signs. A signal in the form of a green arrow (arrows) in an additional section (sections), activated together with the green signal of the traffic light, informs the driver that they have the right of way in the direction(s) indicated by the arrow(s) over vehicles coming from other directions."
In this situation, the green signal in the form of arrows on a black background allows movement in the directions indicated by the arrows (straight ahead and to the left), as well as a U-turn, since the "left" arrow according to the Traffic Rules also allows a U-turn, unless it is prohibited by road signs.
Therefore, the correct answer is "Straight ahead, to the left, and U-turn," given that according to the definition in the Traffic Rules, a green signal in the form of arrows on a black background allows movement in the indicated directions, and the "left" arrow additionally allows a U-turn (in the absence of prohibition by signs).
You are facing a signal-controlled intersection, so first of all, you should follow the traffic light signals. In this situation, a directional traffic light is installed, which not only permits or prohibits movement but specifically indicates where you are allowed to go.
According to clause 8.7.3 (b) of the Traffic Rules of Ukraine, a green signal in the form of an arrow (or arrows) on a black background allows movement only in the indicated directions. The traffic light displays green arrows straight ahead and to the left, so movement in these two directions is allowed, while in other directions (in particular, to the right) movement is not permitted, since there is no corresponding green arrow.
It is also important to remember the provision from this same clause: an arrow that allows a left turn simultaneously permits a U-turn, provided that a U-turn is not prohibited by signs. Therefore, even if the traffic light shows only a left arrow, the driver has the right to make a U-turn within the intersection, provided there is no prohibition.
Thus, the correct answer is "Straight ahead, left, and U-turn," since the green traffic light with arrows allows movement only straight and to the left, and permission for a left turn under the Traffic Rules also means permission for a U-turn, unless there is a specific prohibition.