Chapter 4 Flashcards
What happens at an uncontrolled intersection?
- If there are no traffic signs or signals, slow down and be prepared to stop
- Yield the right-of-way to the vehicle on your right
Note: T intersections that have no traffic control signs or signals follow the rules of uncontrolled intersections. All drivers must yield to the vehicle on the right
When turning left, what should you remember?
- They are a leading cause of crashes
- If you must stop in the intersection, stay close to the right of the centre line with your wheels pointing straight ahead
Who goes first at a four way stop?
- Courtesy is to let the driver who gets there first go 1first
- If two vehicles arrive at the same time, the vehicle on the right goes first
- These intersections are called ‘courtesy corners”
U-turns are not permitted in urban areas in which situations?
- On a roadway between intersections
- Where a sign prohibits them
- At an intersection with traffic lights
- At an alley intersection
Note: Outside urban areas, U-turns are not permitted on a curve or near the crest (i.e., top) of a hill where the driver of another vehicle cannot see you.
When turning right, what should you remember?
- Yield right of way to pedestrians
- Check over your right shoulder for cyclists who may have moved up on the right side
- If a vehicle is parked immediately around the corner, turn into the first available lane to the left
How do traffic circles and roundabouts (ie., circular intersections) work?
When entering a traffic circle you must yield to traffic already in the circle.
- Enter the right hand lane if you intend to leave at the first exit
- Enter lleft lane if you are proceeding to the second exit or beyond
When driving in a circle, the vehicle on the right must yield to the vehicle on the left
When exiting the circle, turn on the right signal and use the caution
Note: Do not change lanes when in a circle
