Arizona Driving Permit Written Practice Test

Who has the right of way in a roundabout?

1. Drivers entering the roundabout

2. Pedestrians

3. Traffic

4. Cyclists

The correct answer is: Traffic

The correct answer is that traffic already in the roundabout has the right of way. In a roundabout, vehicles that are circulating inside the roundabout have the priority over those approaching it. This system helps to keep the flow of traffic smooth and minimizes the likelihood of collisions. While pedestrians also have rights and should be given priority at crosswalks, the context of the roundabout primarily concerns vehicles. Cyclists, like motor vehicles, must yield to the traffic already circulating, making their right of way the same as that for other vehicles. Similarly, drivers entering the roundabout should yield to the traffic that is already present to ensure safety and efficiency within the roundabout.