Right-of-Way Rules Flashcards

In Rhode Island, who has the right of way at an uncontrolled intersection?

Answer: The vehicle that arrives first; if simultaneous, the vehicle on the right

At uncontrolled intersections in Rhode Island, the first vehicle to arrive has the right of way. If two vehicles arrive simultaneously, the vehicle on the right proceeds first.

When must you yield to pedestrians in Rhode Island?

Answer: At all marked and unmarked crosswalks

Rhode Island law requires drivers to yield to pedestrians at all crosswalks, whether marked or unmarked. Unmarked crosswalks exist at every intersection.

What should you do when an emergency vehicle approaches with sirens and flashing lights?

Answer: Pull over to the right side of the road and stop

When an emergency vehicle approaches with lights and sirens, you must pull to the right edge of the road and stop until it passes.

At a four-way stop, if two vehicles arrive at the same time from perpendicular directions, who goes first?

Answer: The vehicle on the right

When two vehicles arrive simultaneously at a four-way stop, the vehicle to the right has the right of way.

In Rhode Island, when making a left turn at an intersection, to whom must you yield?

Answer: Oncoming traffic and pedestrians in the crosswalk

When turning left, you must yield to all oncoming traffic that is close enough to be a hazard and to pedestrians in the crosswalk.

What does a flashing yellow traffic signal mean?

Answer: Proceed with caution

A flashing yellow signal means proceed with caution. You do not need to stop but should slow down and be alert.