When two vehicles arrive at an uncontrolled intersection at the same time, who has the right-of-way?

Question: When two vehicles arrive at an uncontrolled intersection at the same time, who has the right-of-way?

Answer options:

• The vehicle on the left ✅ The vehicle on the right
• The faster vehicle
• The larger vehicle

Correct answer: The vehicle on the right

Explanation: Under the British Columbia Motor Vehicle Act, when two vehicles arrive at an uncontrolled intersection at approximately the same time, the driver on the left must yield to the vehicle on the right. Therefore, the vehicle on the right has the legal right-of-way to ensure orderly traffic flow. The vehicle on the left is incorrect because that driver must yield, while physical attributes like speed and size have no legal bearing on right-of-way rules. Understanding this rule is highly relevant for the ICBC knowledge test, as examiners frequently test your ability to identify who yields at intersections where there are no signs or signals.