Florida Class E Knowledge ExamFlorida Road RulesEasy
You are driving on a Florida roadway and wish to turn right at an intersection. There is a pedestrian crossing in the crosswalk in front of you, entering the intersection at the same time. What is your legal obligation?
- AYield the right-of-way to the pedestrian and wait for them to clear the crosswalk before turning.
- BMake your turn quickly before the pedestrian fully enters the crosswalk.
- CProceed with your turn, as pedestrians must yield to vehicles at intersections.
- DHonk your horn to alert the pedestrian to your intention to turn and then proceed cautiously.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. Yield the right-of-way to the pedestrian and wait for them to clear the crosswalk before turning.
Florida law mandates that drivers yield to pedestrians in crosswalks. Failing to do so can result in a citation and endanger the pedestrian.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. This is dangerous and illegal, as it violates the pedestrian's right-of-way.
- C. This is incorrect; drivers must yield to pedestrians in crosswalks.
- D. While alerting may be helpful, it does not negate the requirement to yield.
Pedestrian Right-of-Way in Crosswalks
In Florida, drivers must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians who are in a crosswalk, even if there is no traffic signal.
- Drivers must stop for pedestrians in crosswalks.
- This applies to both marked and unmarked crosswalks at intersections.
- Failure to yield can result in fines and points on your license.
Memory trick: Crosswalk Clear, Driver's Duty.