TN DMV Right of Way Rules 3

Question 1

When making a right turn at a red light in Tennessee (where permitted), you must first:

Accepted Answer

Come to a complete stop and yield to pedestrians and cross traffic

Answer

Before turning right on red, you must come to a complete stop and yield to all pedestrians and cross traffic.

Question 2

Who has the right of way when a driver and a cyclist arrive at an uncontrolled intersection at the same time?

Accepted Answer

The vehicle on the right has priority, regardless of mode

Answer

The standard right-of-way rule applies equally to cyclists and drivers — the vehicle on the right has the right of way.

Question 3

You are exiting a parking lot onto a street. You must:

Accepted Answer

Yield to all traffic on the street before entering

Answer

When exiting a parking lot, you must yield to all traffic, pedestrians, and cyclists on the street before entering.

Question 4

An ambulance is approaching from behind with lights and sirens while you are at a red light. You should:

Accepted Answer

Remain stopped and pull to the right as much as possible

Answer

Stay stopped at the red light but pull as far right as possible to create a path for the emergency vehicle.

Question 5

When a driver approaches an intersection and sees a flashing yellow light, they should:

Accepted Answer

Proceed with caution, yielding as needed

Answer

A flashing yellow light means proceed with caution — slow down and be alert for crossing traffic or pedestrians.

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