In which situation should you yield the right of way?

Yielding the right of way is an important aspect of traffic laws designed to prevent accidents and ensure smooth traffic flow. Entering a roundabout requires drivers to yield to the traffic that is already circulating within it. This rule helps maintain safety and order in the roundabout, as vehicles navigating the roundabout have the right of way over those attempting to enter.

By yielding when entering a roundabout, drivers ensure that they do not disrupt the flow of traffic, which can lead to collisions. This practice allows for an efficient merge into the roundabout, minimizing the chances of conflicts between vehicles.

In contrast, situations such as making a right turn or driving on a one-way street don't inherently require yielding in the same way; right turns can typically be made safely without yield if there is no conflicting traffic, and one-way streets have their own established flow that doesn't necessitate yielding. Similarly, being followed closely suggests a need for caution in terms of maintaining speed and control, but it does not place the lead driver in a position to yield the right of way.