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5. Traffic lights, their history, purpose and behavior

​Expectations:
​- Explain why the colours were chosen
- Describe how traffic lights operate -- the timing, sequencing of traffic lights
- How do some jurisdictions address colour blindness?
Why are they in a “Christmas Tree” (vertical) configuration?

Short Report - The History of Traffic Lights
The report must be short and concise, limited to Ontario viewpoints as to their colours, location and their use. The topic is very broad and overwhelming if you review information outside of Ontario.

​Why are they in a “Christmas Tree” (vertical) configuration?
In some jurisdictions each of the colours has a different shape. Why?
What prompted the increase of left turn lights at intersections?
What are the variations in pedestrian crossing lights?
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*Wikipedia has excellent information on the history of automobile lights.
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Time: 75 Minutes
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  • Home
  • Online Course
    • Beginner Driver Education
  • Registration
  • Homework
    • 1. Road User Behavior
    • 2. Vehicle Behavior
    • 3. Tires
    • 4. Lights
    • 5. Traffic Lights
    • 6. Ergonomics
    • 7. Auto$mart
    • 8. Operating a Vehicle
  • Student Reviews
  • FAQ
  • Contact