Intersections and Right of Way Flashcards

You arrive at a four-way stop at the same time as a vehicle across from you. Both of you plan to go straight. Who goes first?

Answer: Either vehicle — you can both proceed simultaneously

When two vehicles at a four-way stop face each other and both intend to go straight, they may proceed at the same time since their paths do not conflict.

Which vehicle must yield when two vehicles arrive simultaneously at a four-way stop, one going straight and one turning left?

Answer: The vehicle turning left

The vehicle turning left must yield to the oncoming vehicle going straight, even at a four-way stop.

An emergency vehicle is approaching with sirens and lights active while you are in an intersection. You should:

Answer: Proceed through the intersection and then pull to the right

Clear the intersection first by proceeding through, then pull over to the right and stop to allow the emergency vehicle to pass.

What is the correct action when you see a school bus with flashing red lights stopped ahead on your side of the road?

Answer: Stop and wait until the lights stop flashing

You must stop completely and remain stopped until the school bus red lights stop flashing and it is safe to proceed.

When approaching a yield sign at an intersection, you should:

Answer: Slow down and give the right of way to crossing traffic

A yield sign means slow down and give the right of way to traffic in the intersection or approaching on the cross road.

A cyclist is in the intersection ahead of you as you prepare to turn right. You must:

Answer: Wait for the cyclist to clear before turning

Cyclists in an intersection have the right of way and you must wait for them to clear before completing your right turn.