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Difficulty: EasyTurning Procedures and Signaling

A driver approaches an intersection with a solid circular green signal and intends to turn left. Oncoming vehicles are traveling straight through the intersection from the opposite direction. What is the correct procedure for completing this turn?

  1. Yield the right-of-way to oncoming traffic and pedestrians, completing the turn only when a safe gap exists.Answer
  2. B
    Proceed with the left turn immediately, as a circular green light grants right-of-way over oncoming vehicles.
  3. C
    Stop at the intersection limit line and wait until the traffic signal turns solid red before executing the turn.
  4. D
    Turn off your turn signal and accelerate quickly across the intersection ahead of the approaching traffic.

Answer

Yield the right-of-way to oncoming traffic and pedestrians, completing the turn only when a safe gap exists.
When facing a solid green light without a green turn arrow, left turns are unprotected. Drivers must enter the intersection cautiously, signal continuously, and yield to all oncoming vehicles and pedestrians until it is clear and safe to turn.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the signal type and intended maneuver
The driver has a solid green circular light (unprotected turn phase) and wants to turn left.
Solid green lights permit turns, but do not provide a protected left-turn arrow.
2
Apply right-of-way rules for left turns
Vehicles moving straight through from the opposite direction have the right-of-way.
Traffic laws mandate that left-turning vehicles must yield to oncoming traffic.
3
Execute the turn safely
Wait until oncoming lanes and crosswalks are clear before proceeding.
Ensures intersection safety without forcing oncoming vehicles to brake abruptly.

Key Concept

Unprotected Left Turn Right-of-Way
Estimated Time:45s
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Turning Procedures and Signaling

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