Intersections Flashcards

If the boom gates are down and the signals are flashing, at a railway level crossing, you may begin to cross:

Answer: Only when the gate is up and the lights stop flashing.

At a railway level crossing, boom gates and flashing signals indicate an approaching train or immediate danger. It is illegal and extremely dangerous to cross until the gates are fully raised and the signals have stopped flashing. Prioritizing safety means waiting for all clear indications to ensure the path is clear.

When turning left at a roundabout you should enter and leave the roundabout:

Answer: In the left lane.

When turning left at a roundabout, drivers should enter and leave the roundabout in the left lane. This is the standard rule for navigating roundabouts when making a left turn. Following this lane discipline ensures a predictable and safe maneuver, aligning with the flow of traffic for that specific turn.

Which vehicle in the diagram must give way?

Answer: Vehicle J.

Based on common road rules for intersections, vehicles turning across the path of another vehicle or those approaching from a minor road must give way. Vehicle J, often depicted in such diagrams as turning right across oncoming traffic or entering from a give-way street, is typically required to give way to other vehicles to ensure safe passage through the intersection.

In this roundabout with two lanes, can the marked car turn right?

Answer: No, not at any time.

In a two-lane roundabout, turning right typically requires entering from the right-hand lane. The marked car is in the left lane, which is generally designated for turning left or going straight. Attempting a right turn from the left lane would involve cutting across traffic, creating a dangerous situation and violating standard roundabout rules.

When you come to an intersection and the road beyond is choked with vehicles going in the same direction, what should you do?

Answer: Wait until there is room for you to completely cross the intersection.

It is crucial to avoid blocking an intersection, even if you have a green light. If the road beyond is choked with traffic, you must wait before entering the intersection until there is enough space for your vehicle to completely clear it. This prevents gridlock and ensures emergency vehicles and cross-traffic can pass.

Right-turns must be made from which lanes when travelling on a laned roadway?

Answer: The far right-hand lane or any other lane having an arrow pointing right.

When making a right turn on a laned roadway, you must position your vehicle in the far right-hand lane. If there are multiple lanes designated for right turns (indicated by arrows), you may use any of those lanes. This ensures a safe and predictable turn, preventing conflicts with other traffic and clearly signaling your intention.

If you enter an intersection that is under the control of a traffic controller:

Answer: Follow the directions of the controller.

A traffic controller's directions supersede all other traffic signals or signs. Their presence indicates a need for manual traffic management, often due to an incident or special event. Therefore, drivers must always follow the instructions given by a traffic controller to maintain safety and traffic flow.

You are in the car approaching the intersection shown, you should:

Answer: Drive carefully and approach at a speed which gives you good time to avoid traffic which might suddenly appear.

When approaching an intersection without specific stop or give-way signs, drivers should always exercise caution. Driving carefully and at a speed that allows ample time to react to sudden traffic ensures safety. This proactive approach helps prevent collisions by allowing drivers to anticipate and respond to potential hazards.

You want to turn left at this roundabout. Which lane must you use?

Answer: Lane A.

To turn left at this roundabout, you must use Lane A, which is the leftmost lane. This is the standard rule for left turns in multi-lane roundabouts, as it directs traffic flow efficiently and safely. Using any other lane for a left turn would be incorrect and potentially dangerous.

You want to make a left turn. You must use your left-hand indicator

Answer: At all times.

Using your left-hand indicator is mandatory at all times when making a left turn. This signals your intention to other road users, allowing them to anticipate your maneuver and react accordingly. Clear communication through indicators is essential for road safety, regardless of traffic volume or road markings.

You drive up to an intersection with a stop sign. There is no painted stop line. Where should you stop?

Answer: Before coming to and as near to the intersection as possible.

When there is a stop sign but no painted stop line, you must stop your vehicle before coming to and as near to the intersection as possible. This allows you to have a clear view of traffic in both directions before proceeding safely. Stopping too far back or in the intersection itself is unsafe.

You wish to turn left at this roundabout. Which lane may you use?

Answer: Left lane.

To turn left at this roundabout, you must use the left lane. This is the correct lane for making a left turn in a multi-lane roundabout, ensuring you follow the designated traffic flow. Using the correct lane helps prevent confusion and potential collisions with other vehicles.

If both vehicles P and O in the diagram are turning right, which vehicle is in the best position to turn left into the street marked 'X'?

Answer: Vehicle O.

In multi-lane turning scenarios, a vehicle positioned in an inner lane (like O, relative to P) might have more flexibility for subsequent maneuvers. If both are turning right, and 'X' is a street requiring a left turn shortly after, vehicle O, being in a lane that allows it to transition more easily to a left-turn position, would be better placed than vehicle P, which might be in the outermost right-turn lane.

If turning at an intersection are you required to give way to pedestrians?

Answer: Yes, a driver turning right or left must give way to pedestrians, if there is a danger of a collision

Drivers are legally required to give way to pedestrians when turning right or left at an intersection if there is any danger of a collision. Pedestrians have the right of way in these situations, and drivers must ensure the path is clear before completing their turn. This rule prioritizes pedestrian safety.

The traffic on the other side of this intersection has stopped. You are in the car shown and want to cross the intersection. The lights are green. What should you do?

Answer: Wait until there is enough room for your vehicle to cross the intersection completely.

Even with a green light, you must not enter an intersection if the road beyond is blocked by traffic. Waiting until there is enough room for your vehicle to completely clear the intersection prevents gridlock and ensures that cross-traffic or emergency vehicles can pass when their turn comes. This is a critical rule for maintaining traffic flow.

You are at an intersection and see a pedestrian crossing the road into which you are turning. You must:

Answer: Give way to the pedestrian.

When turning at an intersection and a pedestrian is crossing the road you are turning into, you must always give way to them. Pedestrians have the right of way in these situations, and drivers are responsible for ensuring their safety. Failing to give way could result in a collision and is a serious traffic offense.

You wish to make a right-hand turn from a ONE WAY STREET with no arrows marked on the roadway. You should position your vehicle:

Answer: On the right-hand side of the street.

When making a right-hand turn from a one-way street with no marked arrows, you should position your vehicle on the right-hand side of the street. This standard practice ensures you are in the correct lane for the turn, allowing for a safe and efficient maneuver and signaling your intention clearly to other drivers.

You are in car A and want to turn right at this intersection. Car B facing you is also indicating to turn right. What path should you take?

Answer: Both pass in front of each other.

When two cars are facing each other at an intersection and both are turning right, the standard and safest practice is for both vehicles to pass in front of each other. This means each car turns into the lane closest to them, avoiding crossing paths with the other turning vehicle. This method prevents collisions and maintains traffic flow.

The motorcyclist wants to travel straight ahead through this roundabout. The rider should watch out for the marked car because the car:

Answer: May be leaving the roundabout.

When going straight ahead through a roundabout, the motorcyclist should watch out for the marked car because the car may be leaving the roundabout. Vehicles exiting the roundabout often need to cross the path of vehicles continuing straight, making it crucial for the motorcyclist to anticipate this movement and be prepared to give way or adjust.

The red car wants to turn right and exit the roundabout in the street indicated by an arrow. Is the car positioned in the correct lane to do this?

Answer: No, the car should enter the roundabout only from the right hand lane.

To turn right and exit a roundabout, the red car should enter the roundabout only from the right-hand lane. The left lane is typically for turning left or going straight. Entering from the left lane for a right turn is incorrect and creates a dangerous situation by cutting across the path of other vehicles.