What is the safest way to navigate a roundabout?

Yielding to traffic already in the roundabout is essential for safely navigating these intersections. The design of a roundabout promotes a continuous flow of traffic, and by yielding, you ensure that you do not disrupt this flow. Vehicles already in the roundabout have the right of way, which helps reduce the risk of accidents and keeps traffic moving smoothly.

By yielding, drivers can assess gaps in traffic and proceed safely without causing unexpected stops or collisions. Understanding this priority is crucial for safe driving in roundabouts, where the continuous merging and yielding are key components of the traffic system.

The other approaches do not adhere to safe roundabout practices and can lead to confusion and potential accidents. Not yielding can result in collisions with vehicles already circulating, while stopping unnecessarily can create hazardous situations and disrupt the flow of traffic. Using the left lane to exit is also misleading, as entering and navigating roundabouts typically requires positioning yourself in the appropriate lane for your intended exit in a way that follows traffic patterns.