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Difficulty: EasyRight-of-Way Rules at Intersections

You are approaching an intersection with a circular solid green traffic light and intend to turn left. Vehicles in the opposite lane are approaching straight through the intersection. What is the correct right-of-way procedure?

  1. A
    Turn left immediately, as a solid green circular light gives turning vehicles automatic right-of-way over straight-through traffic.
  2. Yield to oncoming straight traffic and complete the left turn only when there is a safe gap.Answer
  3. C
    Come to a complete stop and remain stopped until the light changes to a solid red signal before turning.
  4. D
    Accelerate quickly to execute the left turn ahead of oncoming vehicles before they reach the intersection.

Answer

Yield to oncoming straight traffic and complete the left turn only when there is a safe gap.
Under standard traffic laws, a circular solid green light permits left turns, but the turn is unprotected. Left-turning drivers must yield the right-of-way to oncoming vehicles going straight or turning right before executing their turn.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the signal type and intended maneuver
Recognize that a solid green circular light indicates an unprotected left turn condition.
Solid circular green lights permit movement but do not grant dedicated right-of-way to turning vehicles across opposing traffic lanes.
2
Evaluate oncoming traffic conditions
Observe vehicles approaching straight from the opposite direction.
Oncoming traffic traveling straight through a green signal has the primary right-of-way.
3
Apply standard right-of-way yielding rule
Yield until all oncoming straight traffic clears and a safe gap permits turning safely.
Drivers turning left across opposing lanes must yield right-of-way to all oncoming vehicles close enough to pose a hazard.

Key Concept

Unprotected Left Turn Right-of-Way Rules
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Right-of-Way Rules at Intersections

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