Texas Driver's License Knowledge TestTraffic Signs and SignalsEasy
A driver is approaching an intersection with a two-way stop sign. They intend to proceed straight through the intersection. Another vehicle arrives at the perpendicular street's stop sign at the same time, also intending to proceed straight. Which driver has the right-of-way?
- ABoth drivers must yield to each other and proceed only when the intersection is clear.
- BThe driver who arrived first at the stop sign, regardless of direction.
- CThe driver on the right, as they typically have the right-of-way when arriving simultaneously.
- DThe driver approaching from the left, as they are in the 'dominant' position.
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Correct answer: C. The driver on the right, as they typically have the right-of-way when arriving simultaneously.
When two vehicles arrive at a two-way stop intersection at approximately the same time, the driver on the right has the right-of-way. This rule helps prevent collisions by establishing a clear order of precedence.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. While yielding is important, there is a specific rule to determine right-of-way when arrival is simultaneous.
- B. While arriving first grants right-of-way, the scenario specifies both vehicles arrive 'at the same time'.
- D. The concept of 'dominant position' based on left/right does not apply in this specific scenario; the driver on the right has the right-of-way.
Right-of-Way at Two-Way Stop (Simultaneous)
When two vehicles arrive at a two-way stop intersection at the same time, the driver on the right has the right-of-way over the driver on the left.
- Applies specifically to two-way stop intersections.
- Only relevant when vehicles arrive 'at approximately the same time'.
- Driver on the right proceeds first.
Memory trick: Righty is Mighty when you're at the same time.