Texas Driver's License Knowledge TestTraffic Laws and RegulationsEasy
A driver is approaching an intersection with a crosswalk where a pedestrian is waiting to cross. There is no traffic signal or stop sign. What action is legally required of the driver?
- AYield the right-of-way to the pedestrian by slowing down or stopping.
- BProceed without stopping if there is no immediate danger to the pedestrian.
- CHonk the horn to alert the pedestrian before proceeding.
- DStop only if the pedestrian has already entered the crosswalk.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. Yield the right-of-way to the pedestrian by slowing down or stopping.
In Texas, drivers must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians waiting to cross in an unmarked or marked crosswalk at an intersection where there are no traffic control signals.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. This is incorrect; pedestrians at crosswalks have the right-of-way.
- C. Honking is not a substitute for yielding and could be seen as aggressive.
- D. Drivers must yield to pedestrians who are 'approaching' or 'in' the crosswalk, not just those already in it.
Pedestrian Right-of-Way (Crosswalk)
In Texas, drivers must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians in a crosswalk (marked or unmarked) at an intersection where traffic control signals are not in operation.
- Applies to marked and unmarked crosswalks.
- Pedestrians have right-of-way even if just approaching/waiting.
- Failure to yield can result in fines and points.
Memory trick: Crosswalk clear, or pedestrian near? Yield the way, make it clear!