Practice question

Who has the right of way at a 4-way stop?

  1. The first car to stop
  2. The car that is closest to the intersection
  3. The car with the most passengers
  4. The car going straight

Answer: A — The first car to stop

At a 4-way stop, the first car to come to a complete stop at the stop line or before the crosswalk has the right of way. This means that they have the right to go first, followed by the other cars in the order in which they arrived at the stop. Options B, C, and D are incorrect because the right of way is not determined by proximity to the intersection, number of passengers, or direction of travel. It is important to follow this rule to ensure safe and efficient flow of traffic.

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