Texas Driver's License Knowledge TestRight-of-WayMedium
A pedestrian is attempting to cross the street at an intersection with a 'Walk' signal. A driver is turning right on a green light. Who has the right-of-way?
- AThe driver, because they have a green light.
- BThe pedestrian, because they have a 'Walk' signal.
- CThe driver, if they signal their turn first.
- DThe pedestrian, only if they are already in the crosswalk.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: B. The pedestrian, because they have a 'Walk' signal.
Even with a green light, drivers turning right must yield to pedestrians who have a 'Walk' signal. Pedestrians with a 'Walk' signal have the absolute right-of-way.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. A green light for a vehicle does not supersede a pedestrian's 'Walk' signal.
- C. Signaling a turn does not grant right-of-way over pedestrians with a 'Walk' signal.
- D. The 'Walk' signal grants them the right-of-way to enter and be in the crosswalk, not just once they are already in it.
Pedestrian 'Walk' Signal Right-of-Way
When a pedestrian has a 'Walk' signal at an intersection, they have the right-of-way over all vehicles turning into their path, regardless of the vehicle's traffic light status.
- Pedestrian 'Walk' signal.
- Absolute right-of-way.
- Vehicles must yield.
Memory trick: Walkers always win when their 'Walk' signal is lit.