Texas Driver's License Knowledge TestRight-of-WayEasy
A driver is traveling on a road where a pedestrian is attempting to cross the street at a crosswalk marked with solid white lines, but there is no traffic signal. What is the driver's responsibility?
- AProceed cautiously, as pedestrians must yield to vehicles at unmarked crosswalks.
- BSlow down but only stop if the pedestrian is in the driver's lane.
- CStop and yield the right-of-way to the pedestrian.
- DHonk to alert the pedestrian and continue driving if no immediate danger exists.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. Stop and yield the right-of-way to the pedestrian.
Drivers must always yield to pedestrians in a marked crosswalk, regardless of whether a traffic signal is present. This is a fundamental safety rule.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. This statement is incorrect; pedestrians in marked crosswalks have the right-of-way.
- B. Drivers must yield if the pedestrian is anywhere in the marked crosswalk, not just in their specific lane.
- D. Honking is not a substitute for yielding and could startle the pedestrian.
Pedestrian Right-of-Way (Marked Crosswalk)
Drivers must stop and yield the right-of-way to pedestrians who are in a marked crosswalk.
- Applies to all marked crosswalks
- Pedestrians have the right-of-way
- Crucial for pedestrian safety
Memory trick: Walkers in stripes, drivers take hikes!