More than one vehicle is approaching a four-way stop sign. Who has the right of way?
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The last driver to reach the intersection.
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No one.
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The first driver to reach the intersection and stop.
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The driver on the left.
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Explanation
At a four-way stop sign, the general rule is that the first vehicle to reach the intersection has the right to proceed first, and other drivers may enter in the order they arrived. However, if two or more vehicles arrive at the same time, each driver must yield to the vehicle on their right.
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