MA DMV Traffic Laws and Right of Way 3

Question 1

When driving in a roundabout in Massachusetts, you must yield to:

Accepted Answer

Vehicles already circulating inside the roundabout

Answer

Vehicles inside the roundabout have the right of way; entering vehicles must yield to circulating traffic before merging into the roundabout.

Question 2

What is the legal speed limit in a Massachusetts alley or narrow urban street unless otherwise posted?

Accepted Answer

15 mph

Answer

The default speed limit in alleys and similar narrow streets in Massachusetts is 15 mph unless a different limit is posted.

Question 3

When must you use headlights in Massachusetts?

Accepted Answer

From 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise, and whenever visibility is less than 500 feet

Answer

Massachusetts law requires headlights from 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise and any time visibility drops below 500 feet.

Question 4

What is the right-of-way rule for pedestrians at a T-intersection in Massachusetts?

Accepted Answer

Pedestrians crossing the top of the T have right of way even without a marked crosswalk

Answer

Pedestrians crossing the continuing road at a T-intersection have the right of way because an unmarked crosswalk is implied at all intersections.

Question 5

When are you required to use a turn signal in Massachusetts?

Accepted Answer

At least 100 feet before turning or changing lanes in a residential area, 100 feet on other roads

Answer

Massachusetts requires turn signals at least 100 feet before a turn or lane change to give other drivers adequate warning of your intention.

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