California DMV Permit Test (Class C)Rules of the Road and Right-of-WayMedium
You are preparing to make a right turn at an intersection. There is a bicyclist ahead of you, signaling a right turn as well. What should you do?
- AProceed with your turn simultaneously with the bicyclist, maintaining a safe distance.
- BSignal your right turn and turn before the bicyclist, as vehicles have priority.
- CWait for the bicyclist to complete their turn before you proceed.
- DHonk your horn to alert the bicyclist to speed up and clear the intersection.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. Wait for the bicyclist to complete their turn before you proceed.
When making a right turn, you must yield to any bicyclists or pedestrians already in the intersection or lawfully entering it. Wait for the bicyclist to complete their turn to avoid a collision.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Turning simultaneously is extremely risky and can lead to a 'right hook' collision with the bicyclist.
- B. This is dangerous and illegal; you must yield to bicyclists and pedestrians.
- D. Honking is aggressive and does not solve the right-of-way issue; it can startle the bicyclist.
Right Turn Yield
When making a right turn, drivers must yield to pedestrians and bicyclists already in or entering the intersection.
- Yield to pedestrians.
- Yield to bicyclists.
- Avoid 'right hook' collisions.
- Signal your turn early.
Memory trick: Right turn, yield to all, especially bikes, stand tall.