Which condition is NOT an indicator that the green light is stale?

A green light is considered "stale" when it may signify that the signal has been green for a duration that could suggest it is about to change. Indicators of a stale green light typically include conditions that signify waiting traffic or changes at the intersection.

When pedestrians are in the intersection, it indicates that traffic may be halted or that the light has been red for some vehicles, thus making it less likely that the green light is stale. The presence of pedestrians usually means that the signal has cycled, allowing them to cross safely. In fact, a steady green light often allows pedestrian movement only when the traffic signal permits. Thus, the scenario where pedestrians are actively crossing does not serve as a valid indicator of a stale green light.

In contrast, other conditions mentioned—like a flashing crosswalk hand, lined-up cross traffic, or a lack of bunched-up traffic on the far side of the intersection—are more telling signs that a green light may be nearing its end, as they suggest that vehicles are not flowing and waiting may soon occur.