Rules of the roadQuestion 156 of 424
Two cars at a crossroads both turn right. Which method is generally safer?
- Right side to right side, passing behind each other
- Left side to left side, so you turn across each other's front
- Whichever car arrived first turns first
- Both cars turn at the same time
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Correct answer: Right side to right side, passing behind each other
Passing right side to right side gives a clear view of approaching traffic.
Source: The Highway Code (Department for Transport, GOV.UK), Using the road (159 to 203), Rule 181
Practice rules of the roadQuestions last reviewed: 18 October 2026