DGT Intersections & Right-of-Way Flashcards

A driver approaches a railroad crossing with flashing red lights and lowered gates. What must the driver do?

Answer: Stop at least 15 feet from the nearest rail and wait until the train passes and gates lift

When railroad crossing gates are down and lights are flashing, drivers must stop at least 15 feet from the tracks and wait until the crossing is fully clear.

At a green arrow signal, what does the arrow indicate?

Answer: A protected turn is permitted; conflicting traffic is held by a red signal

A green arrow indicates a protected movement — oncoming traffic and pedestrians in conflict are stopped by a red signal.

What must a driver do before turning right on a red light in a state where it is permitted?

Answer: Come to a complete stop and yield to all pedestrians and cross traffic before turning

Right-on-red requires a full stop at the stop line, followed by yielding to all traffic and pedestrians before proceeding.

Which of the following correctly describes the 'open intersection' right-of-way rule?

Answer: When no signs or signals are present, all drivers must yield to the vehicle on the right

At an open (uncontrolled) intersection without signs or signals, drivers must yield to vehicles approaching from the right.

What is the purpose of a 'yield' sign at a merge or intersection?

Answer: Drivers must slow down and give the right-of-way to conflicting traffic, stopping only if necessary

A yield sign means slow and be prepared to stop, but you need only stop if there is conflicting traffic — unlike a stop sign which always requires a full stop.

When an emergency vehicle with lights and sirens activated approaches an intersection, what must other drivers do?

Answer: Pull over to the nearest curb or edge of the road and stop

Drivers must immediately pull to the right edge of the road and stop, giving the emergency vehicle a clear path through.