If two vehicles approach an uncontrolled intersection at the same time:
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The car that hasn't come to a complete stop yet may enter the intersection first.
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Each driver should yield to the vehicle on their right.
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There are no specific rules on who has the right-of-way.
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The first vehicle to move forward has the right-of-way.
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Explanation
At an uncontrolled intersection, vehicles should enter in the order they arrive. The first vehicle to arrive has the right to go first. However, if two or more vehicles arrive at the same time, the driver on the left must yield to the driver on the right.
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