What factors should guide lane positioning at intersections with heavy turning traffic?

• A. Visibility to motorists, space to maneuver, and anticipation of turning conflicts; position to be seen and provide escape routes.
• B. Focus on speed and minimize signal usage.
• C. Stay in the center of the lane at all times.
• D. Ignore turning conflicts.

Answer: (A)

Lane positioning at intersections with heavy turning traffic centers on visibility, space to maneuver, and anticipating turning conflicts. By placing yourself where drivers can clearly see you, you reduce the chance of being surprised or squeezed by turning vehicles. Having space to maneuver means not riding tight against the curb or in a position where a vehicle can box you in, so you can react if a car turns in front of you or blocks your path. Anticipating turning conflicts means watching for vehicles that might turn across your path—especially right-turning cars—and adjusting your position to stay out of their blind spots and give yourself an option to move safely.

The other ideas miss important safety aspects. Speed-focused or signal-minimizing approaches ignore the need to communicate your presence and plan with surrounding traffic. Staying in the center of the lane at all times can reduce your visibility to turning vehicles and limit your escape options. Ignoring turning conflicts is plainly unsafe.