When approaching a green light in a multi-lane intersection, how should you position your vehicle?

• A. Stay in the far-right lane regardless of exit.
• B. Change lanes randomly at the last moment.
• C. Choose the lane with the best exit for your destination and signal early; ensure the path is clear.
• D. Stop and wait for police signal.

Answer: (C)

When you’re approaching a green light in a multi-lane intersection, you should position in the lane that will take you to your intended exit and signal early. This helps you reach your destination smoothly and safely by avoiding last-minute lane changes, which are risky. Before changing lanes or entering the intersection, scan your mirrors and blind spots, and make sure the path in the chosen lane is clear of other vehicles, pedestrians, or bicycles. Signaling early communicates your intent to others, giving them time to adjust and reducing surprises for everyone. Remember, a green light doesn’t grant a free pass to ignore traffic; you still need to yield to cross traffic and pedestrians as required and adjust your speed to maintain a safe following distance. Staying in a far-right lane if it doesn’t lead to your exit wastes time and can force dangerous weaving; changing lanes at the last moment is unsafe; and stopping to wait for a police signal isn’t appropriate when the light is green.