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When approaching an intersection on a circular green traffic signal, a motor vehicle driver intends to turn left across oncoming lanes. At the same time, an oncoming bicyclist is approaching from the opposite direction traveling straight through the intersection. Which of the following actions must the motor vehicle driver take?

  1. A
    Accelerate to complete the left turn before the bicyclist enters the intersection, because turning motor vehicles have priority at signalized intersections.
  2. B
    Overtake and turn across the oncoming bicyclist's path quickly, provided the turn signal was activated at least 100 feet in advance.
  3. Yield the right-of-way to the oncoming bicyclist and complete the left turn only when a safe gap in traffic exists.Answer
  4. D
    Proceed with the turn while flashing high-beam headlights to signal the oncoming bicyclist to stop.

Answer

Yield the right-of-way to the oncoming bicyclist and complete the left turn only when a safe gap in traffic exists.
Bicyclists traveling on public roads have the same legal rights and duties as motor vehicle drivers. When making an unprotected left turn at a circular green signal, turning drivers are legally required to yield the right-of-way to all oncoming traffic proceeding straight, including bicycles and micro-mobility operators.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the legal requirements for an unprotected left turn at a green signal.
A circular green light permits a left turn only after yielding to all oncoming traffic proceeding straight.
Left-turning vehicles cross opposing traffic lanes and must yield to prevent broadside collisions.
2
Apply traffic rights to the oncoming bicyclist.
Bicycles operating on public roadways possess the same rights and responsibilities as motor vehicles.
Under traffic laws, bicycles going straight through an intersection have full right-of-way over turning vehicles.
3
Determine the proper driving maneuver.
The driver must stop or slow down in the intersection and complete the turn after the cyclist clears the intersection.
Yielding ensures intersection safety and compliance with vulnerable road user protections.

Key Concept

Yielding Right-of-Way to Oncoming Cyclists at Signalized Intersections
Estimated Time:1m 0s
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Bicycles and Micro-Mobility Devices

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