At an uncontrolled intersection, you should always be prepared to stop.

• A. Always be prepared to stop when approaching one
• B. Traffic signals govern it
• C. There are always signs indicating priority
• D. You may proceed if the road is clear

Answer: (A)

Approaching an uncontrolled intersection means there are no traffic signals or signs to tell you who goes first. Because of that, you should always be prepared to stop. This readiness helps prevent crashes when another driver misjudges a gap, when someone doesn’t yield, or when a pedestrian steps into the roadway. The safe approach is to slow down, scan for cross traffic and pedestrians, and be ready to stop if anything looks unsafe or if another vehicle seems uncertain about who should go. The other statements imply there is a controlling device, guaranteed priority, or that you can proceed if the road is clear, which isn’t reliable at intersections without signals or signs. Safety comes from being prepared to stop and yield when needed.