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Right of wayQuestion 181 of 235

How is a roundabout different from a traffic circle?

  1. Drivers in a roundabout move clockwise.
  2. Drivers who enter a roundabout do not yield.
  3. The centre island of a roundabout is larger.
  4. The centre island of a roundabout is smaller.
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Correct answer: The centre island of a roundabout is smaller.

A roundabout has a tighter curve and a smaller island. This helps to keep speeds low.

Source: Driver’s Guide: Cars and Light Trucks (Government of Alberta, Spring 2026), Traffic circles and roundabouts, page 63

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026