USAREUR Practice Exam

How should a driver react when another vehicle is approaching the intersection from the right with a stop sign?

1. Proceed, as the other vehicle must stop.

2. Stop and yield to the approaching vehicle.

3. Honk to alert the other driver.

4. Accelerate through the intersection without stopping.

The correct answer is: Stop and yield to the approaching vehicle.

A driver should stop and yield to the approaching vehicle because it is essential to prioritize safety at intersections. In this situation, the vehicle approaching from the right has a stop sign, indicating that it is required to stop before proceeding. However, as a general rule of the road, if you are already at or near the intersection, you should remain cautious and be prepared to yield the right-of-way, especially if the other vehicle may not stop effectively. Yielding in this case emphasizes the principle of defensive driving, which involves anticipating the actions of other drivers and adjusting one’s own actions accordingly. While the vehicle with the stop sign is required to stop, they may not always do so in a controlled manner, or they may misjudge the situation. Therefore, ensuring your own safety by stopping and yielding is prudent. This approach encourages a vigilant and cautious mindset, promoting safer driving habits and minimizing the risk of accidents at intersections, which are common sites for collisions.