California Right of Way & Turn Rules

At a California 4-way stop where two vehicles arrive simultaneously, who has the right of way?

By DMV Master Editorial Team Updated Verified against CVC §21800
A

The larger vehicle.

Vehicle size is not a right-of-way rule.

B

The vehicle on the right.

Correct answer

C

The vehicle going straight always wins.

Not the rule when both arrive at the same time.

D

Whoever honks first.

Honking does not confer right of way.

Detailed Explanation

At a 4-way stop, the first vehicle to fully stop has priority. If two vehicles arrive at the same time, the vehicle on the right has right of way. If two vehicles face each other, the one going straight or turning right has priority over one turning left.

Source: CVC §21800

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