Right of Way Rules

Understand who has the right of way in every driving situation. Learn intersection rules, yielding, and priority at stops.

What You Need to Know About Right of Way Rules

Four-Way Stop Rules

The first vehicle to arrive goes first. If two arrive simultaneously, yield to the vehicle on your right.

Uncontrolled Intersections

At intersections without signs or signals, yield to vehicles already in the intersection and to your right.

Pedestrian Right-of-Way

Pedestrians in crosswalks always have the right-of-way. Stop and wait for them to completely cross.

Emergency Vehicles

Always yield to emergency vehicles with lights and sirens. Pull over to the right and stop.

DMV Test Tips for Right of Way Rules

  • 1.When in doubt, yield - it's safer to give up right-of-way than cause an accident
  • 2.Remember: the vehicle on the right has the right-of-way when arriving at the same time
  • 3.Always yield to pedestrians, regardless of who technically has the right-of-way
  • 4.At T-intersections, through traffic generally has the right-of-way

Common Right of Way Rules Questions on DMV Tests

At a four-way stop, two cars arrive at the same time. Who goes first?

The vehicle on the right has the right-of-way.

When must you yield to pedestrians?

Always yield to pedestrians in crosswalks, at intersections, and when they have a walk signal.

Who has the right-of-way in a roundabout?

Vehicles already in the roundabout have the right-of-way. Yield before entering.

All Study Topics

Traffic Signs

Master all traffic signs for your DMV test. Learn regulatory, warning, and guide signs with visual examples and practice questions.

Speed Limits

Know the speed limits for every road type. Learn default limits, school zones, and when to reduce speed for safety.

Parking Rules

Master parking regulations including distances from hydrants, curb colors, parallel parking, and hill parking techniques.

DUI & Alcohol Laws

Understand DUI laws, BAC limits for all drivers, implied consent, and penalties for impaired driving.

Road Markings

Learn what road markings mean - lane lines, edge lines, crosswalks, and special lane markings explained.

Safe Driving Practices

Essential defensive driving techniques, following distance rules, and how to drive safely in all conditions.

Emergency Situations

What to do in emergencies - brake failure, skidding, tire blowouts, and accident procedures explained.

Headlight Usage

When and how to use headlights, high beams, and fog lights. Learn the rules for safe nighttime driving.

Turning & Lane Changes

Master turning techniques, U-turns, lane changes, and signaling requirements for your DMV test.

Highway Driving

Learn highway merging, lane usage, passing rules, and safe interstate driving techniques.

School Zones & Buses

Know the rules for school zones, when to stop for school buses, and how to keep children safe.

Parallel Parking

Master parallel parking for your DMV road test. Step-by-step instructions, common mistakes, and practice tips.

Three-Point Turn

Learn how to execute a perfect 3-point turn (K-turn) for your driving test with detailed instructions.

Railroad Crossing Rules

Know when to stop at railroad crossings, warning signs, and safety rules for trains on the DMV test.

Blind Spots & Mirrors

Understand blind spots, proper mirror adjustment, and how to safely check before changing lanes.

Merging on Highways

Learn highway merging techniques, acceleration lane usage, and yielding rules for safe lane entry.

Roundabouts

How to navigate roundabouts safely - yielding rules, lane selection, and signaling requirements.

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