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Difficulty: EasyTurning Procedures and Signaling

A motorist approaching an intersection controlled by a circular solid green traffic signal intends to turn left across oncoming lanes. Which of the following actions must the driver take before completing the turn?

  1. Yield the right-of-way to all oncoming vehicles and pedestrians close enough to pose an immediate hazardAnswer
  2. B
    Proceed immediately with the turn, as a solid green circular signal grants full right-of-way over oncoming traffic
  3. C
    Come to a complete stop and wait until the signal changes to a solid red light before turning
  4. D
    Wait to activate the turn signal until the vehicle has entered the center of the intersection

Answer

The driver must yield the right-of-way to all oncoming vehicles and pedestrians close enough to pose an immediate hazard before completing the left turn.
When facing a circular solid green signal, a left-turning driver must execute an unprotected left turn. This requires yielding the right-of-way to oncoming traffic and pedestrians before initiating the turn.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the signal phase
The intersection displays a circular solid green light, which indicates an unprotected left turn phase.
Unlike a green turn arrow, a solid green circle requires drivers turning left to yield.
2
Evaluate traffic and pedestrian right-of-way
Oncoming traffic proceeding straight or turning right, as well as pedestrians in crosswalks, have priority.
Traffic safety rules mandate yielding until a safe gap in oncoming traffic exists.
3
Execute the turn safely
Turn left smoothly into the proper receiving lane once the path is clear.
Ensures the maneuver does not disrupt oncoming traffic flow or cause a collision.

Key Concept

Unprotected Left Turn Right-of-Way Rules
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Turning Procedures and Signaling

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