What should you do if you see a yellow traffic light?

When you see a yellow traffic light, the correct action is to prepare to stop. A yellow light serves as a warning that the signal is about to change to red. This indicates that you should not try to speed up to get through the intersection, as that could result in running a red light, which is dangerous and illegal. Instead, you should assess your distance from the intersection and be ready to stop safely if it is safe to do so. If you are too close to the intersection to stop safely, you may proceed with caution, but generally, the primary action is to prepare for a stop. This understanding reinforces safe driving practices and the importance of obeying traffic signals.