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Difficulty: MediumTurning Procedures and Signaling

A driver intends to execute a safe right turn at an upcoming intersection. Place the required driving actions in the correct chronological order from first to last.

  1. 1Check rearview and side mirrors and scan the right blind spot for cyclists and pedestrians.
  2. 2Activate the right turn signal continuously for at least 100 feet prior to the turn.
  3. 3Smoothly move into the right-hand turn lane or position the vehicle near the right curb.
  4. 4Yield the right-of-way to pedestrians in the crosswalk and any oncoming traffic.
  5. 5Complete the turn into the rightmost lane of the destination street.

Answer

The correct sequence for executing a right turn is: first, check mirrors and blind spots; second, activate the right turn signal at least 100 feet ahead; third, establish position in the rightmost lane or near the curb; fourth, yield to pedestrians and crossing traffic; and fifth, complete the turn into the rightmost destination lane.
Safely making a right turn follows a strict sequence: visual checking precedes signaling, signaling precedes lane positioning, yielding precedes entering the intersection, and the turn completes in the designated lane.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Scan mirrors and right-side blind spot
Identifies cyclists, pedestrians, or motor vehicles in adjacent space
Drivers must verify space is clear before signaling lane positioning changes
2
Engage turn signal at required minimum distance
Gives surrounding traffic sufficient time to react
Traffic safety regulations require continuous signaling at least 100 feet before turning
3
Adjust vehicle lateral position to the right edge/lane
Blocks illegal right-side passing and prepares physical path of vehicle
Proper turn setup mandates turning from the rightmost portion of the roadway
4
Check crosswalks and yield priority
Prevents collisions with pedestrians and cross-traffic
Pedestrians and traffic with the right-of-way have legal priority
5
Steer into the correct receiving lane
Completes turn in the rightmost lane
Maintaining lane consistency prevents drifting into adjacent lanes

Key Concept

Standard procedural order for executing turning maneuvers safely
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