Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles Permit Practice Test

A driver entering a traffic circle or rotary must yield the right-of-way to:

1. Cars already in the rotary and pedestrians

2. Only buses and trucks

3. All vehicles approaching the circle

4. No one, they have the right-of-way

The correct answer is: Cars already in the rotary and pedestrians

A driver entering a traffic circle or rotary must yield the right-of-way to cars already in the rotary and pedestrians. This is crucial for maintaining safe traffic flow and preventing accidents. Vehicles that are already within the circle have the right-of-way because they are in a more controlled space where they can navigate the roundabout more smoothly. Additionally, yielding to pedestrians is important to ensure their safety as they may be crossing roads that lead into the circle. This practice promotes a common understanding of how roundabouts function, enhancing both safety and efficiency for all road users. The other responses do not accurately reflect the correct yielding rules for roundabouts. While various vehicles might be present, the key focus is on those already in the rotary and the pedestrians, who require priority to ensure a safe passage and to facilitate smooth traffic management.