Rules of the Road & Right of Way
Two cars reach a four-way stop at the same time, side by side. Who goes first?
- AThe driver on the rightCorrect
- BThe driver on the left
- CThe larger vehicle
- DThe driver who honks first
Why: When drivers stop at the same time, the one on the right has the right of way. (California Driver's Handbook, right of way)
Traffic Signs & Signals
What must a driver do when approaching a red, eight-sided sign?
- AStop only if a pedestrian is waiting
- BYield only to trucks
- CCome to a complete stop, then go when it is safeCorrect
- DSlow down and merge
Why: A red octagon is a STOP sign; you must stop fully at the limit line or crosswalk, then proceed when it is safe. (California Driver's Handbook, signs)