Question 262 of 403

You notice brake lights flashing on and off several vehicles ahead in your lane. What does this suggest?

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It is a sign you should accelerate to pass them quickly
Traffic ahead is slowing or stopping and you should begin covering your brake
The vehicles ahead are simply riding their brakes out of habit, nothing more
It has no meaning unless you also see smoke

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Correct answer to question 262 (General Knowledge): Traffic ahead is slowing or stopping and you should begin covering your brake

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Flashing brake lights ahead usually mean traffic is slowing unevenly or coming to a stop, so covering your brake and easing off the accelerator early is the safe response.

Updated: November 2026

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