Texas Driver's License Knowledge TestRight-of-WayMedium
A driver is entering a traffic circle (roundabout) with multiple lanes. Another vehicle is already in the roundabout. Who has the right-of-way?
- AThe vehicle on the right, regardless of whether they are entering or already in the roundabout.
- BThe vehicle already in the roundabout.
- CThe vehicle entering the roundabout, as they are making a new maneuver.
- DThe vehicle signaling its intention to exit the roundabout.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: B. The vehicle already in the roundabout.
In a traffic circle or roundabout, vehicles already in the circulating roadway have the right-of-way over vehicles attempting to enter. Drivers must yield before entering.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. The 'vehicle on the right' rule typically applies to uncontrolled intersections, not roundabouts.
- C. Entering vehicles must yield to those already circulating in the roundabout.
- D. Signaling an exit is important, but does not grant right-of-way over vehicles already circulating or those needing to enter.
Roundabout Right-of-Way
In a traffic circle or roundabout, drivers entering the roundabout must yield the right-of-way to vehicles already circulating within the roundabout. All traffic moves counter-clockwise.
- Entering yields to circulating.
- Traffic moves counter-clockwise.
- Yield before entering.
Memory trick: Roundabout: Yield to those already 'Round' and 'About'.