Safe Right Turn Practices in Traffic

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When making a right turn from a two-way road onto another two-way road, where should you stay positioned?

Close to the far side of the road

In the turning lane, centered and not more than one meter away from the curb (correct)

At least three feet away from the curb

Directly hugging the curb

What should you do if there is a parked vehicle or obstruction close to the corner on the street you are turning onto?

Swerve around the parked vehicle or obstruction

Turn into the first available lane to the left of the parked vehicle (correct)

Continue turning into the lane closest to the curb

Stop and wait for the parked vehicle to move

What distance is recommended for the curb lane to be free of parked vehicles when making a right turn?

Right next to the intersection

Two car lengths

At least half a block (correct)

A few meters

Before making a right turn, what should you do to ensure there is enough space in the curb lane?

Assess the street you are turning onto Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if pedestrians are crossing in the crosswalk at an intersection where you want to make a right turn?

Yield to the pedestrians and wait for them to safely cross Signup and view all the answers

After making a right turn onto a new street, what should you do if there is no space in the lane closest to the curb?

Turn into the first available traffic lane to the left of the parked vehicle or obstruction Signup and view all the answers

When is it permissible to cross the solid yellow line?

To enter the shared turn lane Signup and view all the answers

What does a sign indicating 'U-turns not allowed' mean?

U-turns are never allowed at that location Signup and view all the answers

In which areas are U-turns NOT permitted?

On roadways between intersections in urban areas Signup and view all the answers

What should you do before changing lanes?

Check for traffic, do a shoulder check, and signal Signup and view all the answers

Where should you watch for pedestrians during a turn?

To the left of your vehicle Signup and view all the answers

When can you make a U-turn at an intersection controlled by traffic lights?

If permitted by a traffic control device Signup and view all the answers

What is a leading cause of collisions when turning left?

Poor judgement of time and space Signup and view all the answers

When turning left onto a two-way road, what should you do if there's only room for one vehicle ahead of your lane in the intersection?

Remain behind the crosswalk Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you have to stop in the intersection prior to completing a left turn?

Stay to the right of the yellow line with front wheels straight Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when turning from a two-way road onto another two-way road with a single left turn lane?

Drive in the lane to the right of the yellow line Signup and view all the answers

What action may you take when turning right on a red light, if legal?

Turn after coming to a complete stop Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to prepare well in advance when making left turns?

To avoid collisions due to poor judgement Signup and view all the answers

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