Traffic Lawsmedium

When making a right turn at an intersection as shown in the diagram, which lane should you complete your turn in?

Diagram showing the proper procedure for making left turns and right turns at intersections
  • AAny available lane on the right side of the road
  • BThe lane closest to the right curb (next to the curb)✓ Correct
  • CThe center lane of the cross street
  • DThe lane farthest from the right curb

Why this is correct

When making a right turn, you should move close to the right curb before beginning the turn and complete the turn in the lane next to the curb. This ensures safe traffic flow and prevents conflicts with other vehicles.

From the official Minnesota Driver's Manual (page Page 32)

Right turn: After checking traffic behind you and signaling your intent, move close to the right curb. Look right and left before beginning the turn. Yield right of way, if necessary. Turn the steering wheel hand-over-hand, and complete the turn in the lane next to the curb.

Also asked as

  • You are approaching an intersection and want to turn right. After signaling your intent and moving close to the right curb, which lane should you complete your turn in?
  • Which of the following describes the correct ending lane when completing a right turn at an intersection?
  • According to the diagram, when completing a right turn at an intersection, your vehicle should end up in:
  • The diagram shows that a proper right turn is completed in:

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