Texas Driver's License Knowledge TestSafe Driving PracticesMedium
A driver is preparing to make a left turn at an intersection with a green light, but oncoming traffic is present. What should the driver do?
- AStop in the middle of the intersection and wait for a break in oncoming traffic.
- BAccelerate quickly to complete the turn before oncoming traffic reaches the intersection.
- CYield to oncoming traffic, wait for a safe gap, and then complete the turn.
- DProceed with the turn immediately, as the green light grants right-of-way.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. Yield to oncoming traffic, wait for a safe gap, and then complete the turn.
When making a left turn on a green light without a green arrow, drivers must yield to oncoming traffic. It is only safe to proceed once there is a sufficient gap in traffic.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Stopping in the middle of an intersection can block traffic and is dangerous.
- B. Accelerating quickly into oncoming traffic is extremely dangerous and can lead to a collision.
- D. A green light for a left turn does not automatically grant right-of-way over oncoming traffic.
Left Turn Yield
Drivers making a left turn on a green light (without a green arrow) must yield the right-of-way to all oncoming traffic and pedestrians.
- Applies to green light without green arrow.
- Yield to oncoming vehicles and pedestrians.
- Proceed only when safe and clear.
Memory trick: Green light, but no arrow's grace, yield to oncoming, find your space.