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What does 'open intersection' mean in traffic law?

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A

An intersection that is always open, even at night

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B

An intersection without traffic control devices (no signs or signals) where right-of-way rules apply

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C

An intersection where all turns are permitted

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D

An intersection on a highway with no speed limit

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Detailed Explanation

An open intersection (also called an uncontrolled intersection) has no traffic control devices. At open intersections, yield to vehicles already in the intersection and to vehicles on your right when arriving at the same time.

Source: US DMV standard (applies in all states)

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