Examkin

Question

Difficulty: MediumRight-of-Way Rules at Intersections

You are driving on a multi-lane street approaching an intersection. The vehicle traveling in the lane next to you slows down and comes to a complete stop before an unmarked crosswalk. Which action must you take to comply with right-of-way rules?

  1. Stop before entering the crosswalk and yield until it is clear to proceed.Answer
  2. B
    Maintain your speed and pass the stopped vehicle, provided your lane remains clear of vehicular traffic.
  3. C
    Treat the situation as an uncontrolled intersection and yield right-of-way only to vehicles coming from the right.
  4. D
    Slow down to check for oncoming traffic and proceed through without stopping, as unmarked crosswalks do not require yielding.

Answer

Stop before entering the crosswalk and yield until it is clear to proceed.
When a vehicle ahead or in an adjacent lane stops at a crosswalk (marked or unmarked) at an intersection, drivers approaching from behind must stop and yield right-of-way. Passing a vehicle that has stopped for a pedestrian is strictly illegal because the stopped vehicle blocks the view of pedestrian traffic.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Recognize the hazard
Identify that the neighboring vehicle has stopped at an intersection crosswalk, indicating a pedestrian is likely crossing.
Pedestrians crossing at intersections have the right-of-way in both marked and unmarked crosswalks.
2
Apply right-of-way and passing regulations
Comply with traffic laws prohibiting drivers from passing any vehicle stopped at a crosswalk to permit a pedestrian to cross.
Passing a stopped vehicle hides crossing pedestrians from view and creates a severe collision risk.
3
Execute the correct maneuver
Bring your vehicle to a complete stop prior to the crosswalk and wait until the pedestrian has safely cleared the roadway.
Ensures full compliance with driver right-of-way laws and guarantees pedestrian safety.

Key Concept

Right-of-Way and Passing Restrictions at Intersection Crosswalks
Rate this question

Topics

Right-of-Way Rules at Intersections

More questions from this topic