Knowing the Right of Way at Intersections

What should a driver do when approaching a four-way stop sign?

A. Speed up to go through the intersection quickly
B. Come to a complete stop and yield the right of way
C. Honk the horn to signal other drivers

Answer:

B. Come to a complete stop and yield the right of way

When approaching a four-way stop sign, it is important for drivers to come to a complete stop and yield the right of way to other vehicles at the intersection. This means allowing the first vehicle that arrives at the intersection to proceed first, followed by the vehicle to the right if two vehicles arrive at the same time. Speeding up or honking the horn would not be safe or legal actions in this situation.

Yielding the right of way helps maintain traffic flow and prevents accidents at intersections where multiple vehicles are converging. It is an important rule of the road that all drivers should adhere to in order to promote safety for themselves and other road users.

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