USAREUR Practice Exam

A driver who disregards the safety of others is legally excused from responsibility when having the right-of-way.

1. True

2. False

3. Depends on the situation

4. Only if there is a witness

The correct answer is: False

The assertion that a driver who disregards the safety of others is legally excused from responsibility when having the right-of-way is false. The right-of-way does not grant immunity from liability for negligent or reckless behavior. While having the right-of-way can play a significant role in determining fault in an accident, it does not absolve a driver of responsibility for driving in a manner that endangers others. In traffic law, all drivers are expected to exercise reasonable care for the safety of everyone on the road, regardless of whether they have the right-of-way. If a driver violates traffic laws or behaves recklessly—such as speeding, ignoring signals, or failing to yield when safety requires it—this can lead to liability for any resulting accidents or injuries. Thus, the legal principle holds that both the possession of right-of-way and the responsibility for the safety of others must be considered simultaneously in evaluating fault in an incident.