Final answer:
Lane Use Control Lights and Railroad Crossing Signals provide instructions and safety measures for drivers. A steady red 'X' means do not enter the lane, while a steady yellow 'X' signals to prepare to leave the lane. Safety at railroad crossings requires stopping at least 15 feet away from the tracks when signals are active.
Step-by-step explanation:
Lane Use Control Lights are special overhead lights used to indicate which lanes of a highway may be used at a certain time. Here are the meanings of these signals:
- Steady red 'X': do not enter or remain in this lane.
- Steady yellow 'X': clear out of this lane as it will soon be closed to traffic or indicate caution within this lane.
- Flashing yellow 'X': this lane is only used for a specific purpose, such as a turn or for temporary lane assignments.
- Green arrow: you may safely use this lane.
Railroad Crossing Signals are important safety features. When approaching a railroad crossing with flashing red lights, lowered crossing gates, and/or a ringing bell, it means you must stop at least 15 feet from the tracks. Always look and listen for trains before crossing any railroad tracks to ensure it is safe. You must not cross the tracks unless there is enough room on the other side for your vehicle to clear the tracks completely without stopping. Specifically, school buses and vehicles carrying explosives or flammable cargo must always stop at railroad crossings, regardless of a train's presence, as a safety precaution.