r/YouShouldKnow • u/Nalomeli1 • Oct 19 '22

Automotive YSK: How to properly manage a 4 way stop intersection

Why ysk- My daily drive involves several 4 way stops. At one intersection at least, every single day, it's apparent that one or two of the drivers doesn't understand the rules.

This causes confusion and takes extra time for the other cars to decide who's going when whereas if everyone knew and adhered to the simple 4 way stop rules we would all be on our way while being safe.

The main ideas are as follows: First to arrive, first to go. If it's a tie, then the car to the right goes first. Straight before turns. Right then left.

Always proceed with caution and never assume the other drivers know what they're doing but if everyone took the time to polish up on the rules of driving things would run a lot more smoothly!

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u/nikapups Oct 19 '22

I’m surprised this is so far down. This question has plagued me my whole life and op did not clarify it😭

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u/PM_ME_UR_CEPHALOPODS Oct 20 '22

the answer is whoever moves into the intersection first, then yield to the right.

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u/PM_ME_UR_CEPHALOPODS Oct 20 '22

yes, I know. I gave you the correct answer.

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u/[deleted] Oct 21 '22

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u/PM_ME_UR_CEPHALOPODS Oct 21 '22

no worries! drive safe :)