Lane Changing and Right of Way Rules Flashcards
This deck provides an overview of the rules related to lane changing and right of way.
True or False:
In New York State, you cannot change lanes if the road has double solid lines.
TRUE
Double yellow lines should NOT be crossed. No lane change is allowed unless one needs to turn left to enter or leave the highway or turn into a driveway.
Before changing lanes, why must you quickly look over your shoulder and check for bicycles and in-line skaters through the backside window?
bicycles and in-line skaters are often hard to see
Bicyclists and in-line skaters are often hard to see in traffic or your blind spots. Also, they have no protection from a traffic crash.
Choose the correct option.
As you enter a roundabout, you should slow down and yield the right-of-way to
A. any pedestrian waiting to cross.
B. any car already within the roundabout
C. both of the above
c. both of the above
When you arrive at the roundabout, yield the right-of-way to any pedestrians, bicyclists, and any vehicles that are within the roundabout.
Choose the correct option.
You are at an intersection where there are no signs and the signals are not working. You must yield to the vehicles coming from
A. the left.
B. the right.
C. behind.
B. the right
You are at an intersection where there are no signs and the signals are not working. You must yield to the vehicles coming from the right.
Two cars ‘A’ and ‘B’ approach an uncontrolled intersection. Car A’s driver wants to go straight through the intersection, whereas car B’s driver is going to turn right. Who has the right-of-way?
Car B
If drivers approaching from opposite directions reach an uncontrolled intersection at about the same time, the driver who wants to go straight must let the other vehicle complete its turn before entering the intersection.
True or False:
You can change lanes if the solid line on the road turns to a broken (dash) line.
TRUE
Can you change lanes by crossing two solid lines on the road?
No
Two solid unbroken lines indicate a lane barrier. You cannot cross the lines to pass or change lanes.
You are driving on a road that has one solid line marking. How would you react if you see an obstruction in front of you?
change the lane
A road with one solid line marking can be crossed. You may cross this line to change lanes only when there is an obstruction on the road or when traffic conditions make it necessary.
Choose the correct option.
Out of the following, who should have the right-of-way at an unmarked crosswalk?
A. A motorist
B. A pedestrian
C. A skateboarder
D. Both B and C
D. Both B and C
Pedestrians and skateboarders who are legally crossing the road or street at marked or unmarked crossings, like at an intersection, always have the right-of-way.
There is no crosswalk and no traffic signals; you see a pedestrian crossing your lane ahead. For the pedestrian’s safety, what should you do?
Stop and yield to the pedestrian till they cross the street
At an intersection where traffic is not controlled by traffic lights, drivers are required to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians within any crosswalk, marked or unmarked. Even if there is no crosswalk, yield to the pedestrian.
What should you keep in mind while approaching a traffic circle?
yield the right-of-way to traffic already in the circle and merge when it is safe
True or False:
You should not depend only on your car’s mirrors when preparing to change lanes.
TRUE
Never depend on your mirrors when you prepare to change lanes. Even correctly adjusted mirrors will leave “blind spots” behind both sides of your vehicle.
Choose the correct option.
Before you change lanes, you should glance over your shoulder and
A. speed up to merge into the traffic.
B. always slow down into the next traffic lane.
C. ensure that no drivers are attempting to drive into the same spot from a different lane.
C. ensure that no drivers are attempting to drive into the same spot from a different lane.
Before changing lanes, it is very important to check behind you. You should look over your shoulder to ensure that no drivers are attempting to drive into the same spot from a different lane.
You want to turn left at an intersection ahead as it is a green light for you, however, the traffic headed toward you is so heavy that it is difficult for you to take a left turn. What would you do?
yield the-right-of-way, wait for the traffic to clear off
You should yield the right-of-way to the traffic at the intersection, and when the traffic headed toward you clears or stops for a red light, complete your turn when you can do so safely.
When two vehicles meet on a steep road where neither vehicle can pass, which vehicle must yield the right-of-way?
the vehicle facing downhill
The vehicle facing downhill must yield the right-of-way by backing up until the vehicle going uphill can pass. The vehicle facing downhill has better control when backing up the hill.
If you intend to leave a parking lot and turn left, to which vehicles would you have to yield?
yield to vehicles approaching from both directions
True or False:
At an intersection where traffic is not controlled by traffic signal lights, you can make eye contact with a driver as that means that the driver will yield the right-of-way.
FALSE
You still run the risk of being hit. You should yield the right-of-way to the vehicle before you at the intersection where traffic is not controlled by traffic signal lights.
True or False:
If you have the right-of-way at a highway, it means it is your complete right.
FALSE
If you have the right-of-way, do not think of it as a complete right. Be prepared to yield the right-of-way to other highway users.
Choose the correct option.
While inside a roundabout, you should
A. remain in your lane until you are ready to exit.
B. change lanes until you are ready to exit.
C. stop until you are ready to exit.
A. remain in your lane until you are ready to exit.
While inside the roundabout, remain in your lane until you are ready to exit. Use your right turn signal to let the other users know your intention to move from the “inside path” to the “outside path”, or if you are in position to exit now.
Mention two things to keep in mind while driving on an expressway?
Be mindful of the following things while driving on an expressway:
- signal all lane changes
- avoid cutting off any vehicles behind you
True or False:
Turn off your directional signals once you have changed your lane.
TRUE
What would you do to avoid any last-minute lane change?
To prevent a last-minute lane change, check the destination and exit signs and get into the correct lane for your exit ahead of time.
What does the special right-of-way law allow blind pedestrians to do?
go across the road with a guide dog or a white or metal cane
A special right-of-way law allows blind pedestrians to go across the road with a guide dog or a white or metal cane.
What must you ensure before passing on the right on multi-lane roads like expressways?
Ensure the following things before passing on the right on an expressway:
- Use the correct signals for the lane change
- Look over your right shoulder for other vehicles
