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LEARN BEFORE YOU DRIVE

What does yielding mean?

Passenger → Traffic Reader → Decision Maker

QUICK ANSWER

Yielding means giving another road user the opportunity to proceed when they have priority or when proceeding would create a conflict.

WHAT THAT MEANS

You may be able to continue without a full stop if the path is clearly safe, but you must slow or stop when necessary.

SUPPORTING ANSWER SECTIONS

Read the situation
Know who has priority.

Judge the gap
Consider distance and speed, not just empty space.

Wait when uncertain
Do not force a small opening because someone behind you is impatient.

DRIVEx WAY OF THINKING

Ask: If I go now, will I interfere with someone who should proceed?

WATCH
KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Yield means give way.
• Stopping may be necessary.
• Judge speed and distance.
• Wait when unsure.

YOU MAY ALSO BE WONDERING

What does a yield sign mean?

Slow, evaluate traffic, and give way when required before entering.

When do I yield to pedestrians?

Whenever the law and crosswalk situation require it, and always avoid creating danger.

When do I yield while merging?

Enter only when the available space and traffic movement allow a safe merge.

How does yielding work at a roundabout?

Approaching traffic yields to traffic already circulating, subject to the roadway controls.
KEEP LEARNING
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