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Difficulty: MediumTurning Procedures and Signaling

A driver is approaching an intersection on a city street and intends to make a left turn. Place the following procedural steps in the correct chronological order from first to last.

  1. 1Check rear and side mirrors to assess surrounding traffic conditions.
  2. 2Activate the left turn signal at least 100 feet before reaching the intersection.
  3. 3Move smoothly into the designated left-turn lane or near the center line.
  4. 4Yield the right-of-way to oncoming vehicles and crossing pedestrians.
  5. 5Complete the left turn into the lane closest to the center line of the new roadway.

Answer

The correct procedural order is: first check mirrors, then activate the turn signal at least 100 feet in advance, move into the designated turn lane/position, yield right-of-way to oncoming traffic and pedestrians, and finally complete the turn into the appropriate lane.
Executing a safe turn requires a logical progression: observing traffic conditions, giving timely notice via signals (at least 100 feet in advance), moving into the correct lane position, yielding to hazards and oncoming traffic, and executing the maneuver into the proper receiving lane.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Check surrounding traffic using mirrors and shoulder checks.
Establishes situational awareness before signaling or maneuvering.
Observing traffic is necessary before making any lane adjustments or signaling.
2
Engage left turn signal continuous for a minimum of 100 feet.
Gives clear notice to traffic ahead, behind, and beside.
Traffic laws mandate continuous signaling at least 100 feet prior to turning.
3
Adjust vehicle position to the far left lane or center line.
Positions the car correctly for entering the intersection.
Proper lane entry prevents cutting across active travel lanes abruptly.
4
Scan for oncoming vehicles and pedestrians and yield right-of-way.
Ensures the path across opposing traffic is clear.
Unprotected left turns require yielding to straight-through traffic and crosswalk users.
5
Steer into the corresponding left lane of the intersecting street.
Finishes the turning sequence safely.
Completing the turn into the proper lane maintains lane discipline and traffic flow.

Key Concept

Safe Left-Turn Execution Sequence
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Turning Procedures and Signaling

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