WA DMV Right-of-Way Rules

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

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

Question 2

When must you yield to pedestrians in Washington?

Accepted Answer

At all marked and unmarked crosswalks

Answer

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

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Pull over to the right side of the road and stop

Answer

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

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

The vehicle on the right

Answer

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

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Oncoming traffic and pedestrians in the crosswalk

Answer

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

(WA DMV) Washington Department of Motor Vehicle Practice Test

(WA DMV) Washington Department of Motor Vehicle Practice Test

WA DMV Right-of-Way Rules