At an intersection normally controlled by traffic lights, all the lights are out because of a power failure, and no police officer is directing traffic. Which statement is correct?
Duties at an intersection depend not on whether a traffic light is 'installed' but on whether traffic is actually 'being controlled' (Article 31 of the Road Traffic Act). Recall when driving slowly and when a temporary stop are each required at such an intersection, and be wary of waiting indefinitely or rushing through first.
Answer: ③
Explanation
If the lights are out and no one is directing traffic, the intersection is in effect one without traffic control. You must therefore drive slowly under Article 31(1)(1), and stop temporarily under Article 31(2)(1) if you cannot see left and right or traffic is heavy. The mere presence of traffic lights does not remove this duty, and you do not have to wait indefinitely for the signals to return.
Legal basis: 도로교통법 제31조 제1항 제1호·제2항 제1호