Florida Class E Knowledge ExamFlorida Road RulesHard
You are driving on a Florida roadway. Which of the following statements most accurately describes the right-of-way rules when making a left turn at an intersection with no traffic signals or signs?
- AThe vehicle making the left turn must yield to all oncoming traffic.
- BThe vehicle making the left turn has the right-of-way if they signal first.
- CThe vehicle arriving first at the intersection always has the right-of-way.
- DThe vehicle making the left turn always has the right-of-way.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. The vehicle making the left turn must yield to all oncoming traffic.
When making a left turn, the driver must always yield the right-of-way to any oncoming vehicles that are close enough to be a hazard. Left turns are generally considered a 'yield' maneuver.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. Signaling indicates intent but does not grant right-of-way.
- C. This applies to intersections with no signals or signs, but for vehicles going straight or turning right. Left turns have a specific yielding requirement.
- D. This is incorrect; left turns typically require yielding to oncoming traffic.
Left Turn Right-of-Way
When making a left turn at an intersection, the driver must yield the right-of-way to all oncoming traffic.
- Left-turning vehicles yield to oncoming traffic.
- This applies even without specific signs or signals.
- Safety is paramount; only turn when clear.
Memory trick: Left turn is 'last in line', let oncoming traffic shine.