Intersections and Right of Way Flashcards

At an uncontrolled intersection (no signs or signals) in Alberta, who has the right of way?

Answer: The vehicle arriving first, or the vehicle on the right if both arrive at the same time

At an uncontrolled intersection in Alberta, the vehicle that arrives first has the right of way. If two vehicles arrive at the same time, the vehicle on the right goes first.

When two vehicles arrive at a four-way stop at the same time in Alberta, who goes first?

Answer: The vehicle on the right

When two vehicles arrive at a four-way stop simultaneously in Alberta, the vehicle on the right has the right of way and should proceed first.

When making a left turn at an intersection in Alberta, who must you yield to?

Answer: Oncoming traffic going straight or turning right, and pedestrians

When turning left, you must yield to all oncoming traffic going straight or turning right, as well as any pedestrians in the crosswalk, even if you have a green light.

What should you do when approaching a flashing yellow light at an intersection in Alberta?

Answer: Proceed with caution — the flashing yellow is a warning

A flashing yellow light means proceed with caution. You do not need to stop, but you should slow down, watch for other vehicles and pedestrians, and be prepared to stop if necessary.

At a 'T' intersection in Alberta where you are on the road that ends, who has the right of way?

Answer: Traffic on the through road has the right of way

At a T-intersection, traffic on the through road (the top of the T) has the right of way. The driver on the terminating road must stop or yield before entering the through road.

In Alberta, what must you do when a traffic light turns yellow?

Answer: Stop safely before the intersection unless you are too close to stop safely

A yellow light means stop safely before the intersection if you can. If you are already too close to the intersection to stop safely, you may proceed through with caution.