What is the correct action to take when approaching a roundabout with heavy traffic?

What is the correct action to take when approaching a roundabout with heavy traffic?

• A. Yield to traffic in the circle, enter when clear, and signal when exiting
• B. Enter the circle immediately, ignoring traffic
• C. Stop and wait for a green light
• D. Circle around twice before exiting

Answer: (A)

When approaching a roundabout, you must yield to traffic already in the circle and enter only when there is a safe gap, then signal as you exit. In heavy traffic, take a moment to wait for a clear opening rather than forcing your way in; once inside, stay in your lane and adjust your speed to the flow, signaling your exit so others know when you’re leaving. Rushing in immediately would cut across vehicles that are already circulating and could cause a collision. Waiting for a green light isn’t how roundabouts operate, since there’s typically no fixed light controlling entry. Circling twice before exiting is unnecessary and disrupts the traffic flowing smoothly through the roundabout.

When approaching a roundabout, you must yield to traffic already in the circle and enter only when there is a safe gap, then signal as you exit. In heavy traffic, take a moment to wait for a clear opening rather than forcing your way in; once inside, stay in your lane and adjust your speed to the flow, signaling your exit so others know when you’re leaving.

Rushing in immediately would cut across vehicles that are already circulating and could cause a collision. Waiting for a green light isn’t how roundabouts operate, since there’s typically no fixed light controlling entry. Circling twice before exiting is unnecessary and disrupts the traffic flowing smoothly through the roundabout.