Which maneuver is described as safest to use when performing a two-point turn?

Which maneuver is described as safest to use when performing a two-point turn?

• A. Back up into a driveway on the left
• B. Turn around in the middle of the street
• C. Back up into a driveway on the right
• D. Drive straight, then around the corner

Answer: (C)

The safest approach to a two-point turn is to back up into a driveway on the right. This keeps the initial maneuver off the through traffic lane and confines your movement to a controlled space beside the road. By backing into the driveway on the right, you can then pull out onto the street forward, facing the direction you intend to drive, which gives you a clearer view of approaching traffic and cyclists and makes it easier to judge gaps. Backing into the left-side driveway or attempting to turn around in the middle of the street increases your exposure to oncoming vehicles and pedestrians and can block traffic in the lane you’re using. Driving straight and then around the corner isn’t a true two-point turn and still risks crossing multiple lanes or entering conflicting traffic paths.

The safest approach to a two-point turn is to back up into a driveway on the right. This keeps the initial maneuver off the through traffic lane and confines your movement to a controlled space beside the road. By backing into the driveway on the right, you can then pull out onto the street forward, facing the direction you intend to drive, which gives you a clearer view of approaching traffic and cyclists and makes it easier to judge gaps. Backing into the left-side driveway or attempting to turn around in the middle of the street increases your exposure to oncoming vehicles and pedestrians and can block traffic in the lane you’re using. Driving straight and then around the corner isn’t a true two-point turn and still risks crossing multiple lanes or entering conflicting traffic paths.