Right of Way Rules Flashcards

When merging onto an expressway from a slip road, who has right of way?

Answer: Vehicles already on the expressway

Vehicles already travelling on the expressway have right of way. The merging vehicle must adjust speed and find a safe gap.

Two vehicles are approaching each other on a narrow road with parked cars on your side. Who gives way?

Answer: You, since the obstruction is on your side

If the obstruction (parked cars) is on your side, you must give way to oncoming traffic as you will need to cross into their lane to pass.

At a four-way stop junction, which vehicle proceeds first if all arrive simultaneously?

Answer: The vehicle on the right

When vehicles arrive at the same time, give way to the vehicle on your right. This applies the standard right-of-way rule.

A school bus has stopped with its lights flashing. What must you do?

Answer: Slow down and be prepared to stop for children

When a school bus has stopped with flashing lights, you must slow down and be prepared to stop, as children may be boarding or alighting and could cross the road.

You are turning left into a side road. A cyclist is going straight on your left. Who has right of way?

Answer: The cyclist going straight

The cyclist going straight has right of way. You must check your left mirror and give way to cyclists before turning left.

At a junction with a 'Give Way' sign, what must you do?

Answer: Slow down and give way to traffic on the main road

A 'Give Way' sign means you must slow down and be prepared to stop to give way to traffic on the main road. You do not need to stop if the way is clear.