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Difficulty: MediumPedestrian and Vulnerable Road User Laws

A driver approaches an intersection intending to make a right turn on a solid green traffic light. A pedestrian begins crossing the street into which the driver is turning within a marked crosswalk. What is the legally required action for the driver?

  1. Yield the right-of-way to the pedestrian and remain stopped until they have safely cleared the vehicle's path.Answer
  2. B
    Proceed with the right turn because a solid green light grants vehicles right-of-way over pedestrians.
  3. C
    Sound the horn to alert the pedestrian to stop on the curb, then complete the turn without stopping.
  4. D
    Maintain speed and maneuver around the pedestrian if there is adequate lane space.

Answer

Yield the right-of-way to the pedestrian and remain stopped until they have safely cleared the vehicle's path.
When executing a turn at an intersection with a green signal, drivers must yield the right-of-way to any pedestrian lawfully crossing within a marked or unmarked crosswalk.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Assess traffic signal and vulnerable road user positioning.
The vehicle has a green signal, while a pedestrian is legally crossing within the marked crosswalk of the destination street.
Drivers must identify potential hazards and conflicts before executing a turn at an intersection.
2
Apply right-of-way traffic statutes.
Pedestrians crossing in marked or unmarked crosswalks have right-of-way over turning vehicles.
Traffic laws explicitly require turning vehicles to yield to pedestrians, regardless of the green light.
3
Determine proper vehicle control.
Bring the vehicle to a complete stop and wait for the pedestrian to clear the travel lane.
Protects pedestrian safety and complies with vulnerable road user legislation.

Key Concept

Pedestrian Right-of-Way During Vehicle Turning Movements
Estimated Time:1m 0s
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Pedestrian and Vulnerable Road User Laws

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