Which rule applies to both traffic circles and roundabouts?

Which rule applies to both traffic circles and roundabouts?

• A. Stop at the yield line every time.
• B. Yield to vehicles already in the circle.
• C. Never signal when entering.
• D. Always drive in the far-left lane.

Answer: (B)

The main idea is that vehicles already in a traffic circle or roundabout have the right of way. As you approach, slow down, look for a safe gap, and yield to those inside the circle (and to pedestrians crossing). Enter only when it’s safe, and continue around until you reach your exit, signaling as you leave to show your intention to exit. This rule keeps traffic flowing smoothly and reduces the chance of collisions because the people inside the circle don’t have to brake for incoming traffic. The other options aren’t universal rules. You don’t automatically have to stop at the yield line every time—if there’s a safe gap, you can merge without stopping. You should not rely on signaling when entering; you should signal when you’re leaving to exit. And driving in the far-left lane isn’t a fixed requirement—lane choice depends on the roundabout’s design and your intended exit.

The main idea is that vehicles already in a traffic circle or roundabout have the right of way. As you approach, slow down, look for a safe gap, and yield to those inside the circle (and to pedestrians crossing). Enter only when it’s safe, and continue around until you reach your exit, signaling as you leave to show your intention to exit. This rule keeps traffic flowing smoothly and reduces the chance of collisions because the people inside the circle don’t have to brake for incoming traffic.

The other options aren’t universal rules. You don’t automatically have to stop at the yield line every time—if there’s a safe gap, you can merge without stopping. You should not rely on signaling when entering; you should signal when you’re leaving to exit. And driving in the far-left lane isn’t a fixed requirement—lane choice depends on the roundabout’s design and your intended exit.