What is the Mnemonic for Vehicle Yielding Rules?
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Straight yields to left, left yields to right — these are the three major mnemonics for vehicle yielding regulations. The specific details are as follows: 1. Rule One: Vehicles going straight must yield to vehicles coming from the right. 2. Rule Two: Vehicles turning right must yield to vehicles turning left. 3. Rule Three: If the situation falls under Rule One, the remaining conditions need not be considered. If it falls under Rule Two, Rule Three need not be considered. If it falls under Rule Three, then the first two yielding principles must be taken into account. Additional information regarding traffic lights is as follows: 1. Introduction: Traffic lights are signals that direct traffic and typically consist of red, green, and yellow lights. A red light indicates prohibition of passage, a green light permits passage, and a yellow light serves as a warning. 2. Control Methods: The most basic control method is timed control at a single intersection. Line control and area control can also employ timed control methods, known as static line control systems and static area control systems, respectively.
A classic rhyme to remember vehicle yielding rules is: 'Turning vehicles yield to straight-going ones, straight-going vehicles yield to right-turning ones; when there are no traffic lights, the vehicle on the right has priority.' Having driven for a lifetime, I deeply appreciate the value of this rhyme. When turning, don't rush—first check if there's straight-going traffic passing by, as they have higher speed and right of way. When going straight and encountering a right-turning vehicle, proactively slow down and let the vehicle on the right go first. Intersections without traffic lights require extra caution because the driver's seat is on the left, creating a blind spot where vehicles from the right can be easily overlooked—hence the 'yield to the right' principle ensures safety. Many potential collisions have been avoided by memorizing this rule, and I recommend sticking a note on the steering wheel as a reminder. Driving instructors emphasize that this aligns with 'stop and yield at yield signs,' and following the rhyme can reduce 90% of intersection accident risks.
