In a multi-lane roundabout, when should you change lanes?

In a multi-lane roundabout, when should you change lanes?

• A. Before entering
• B. After entering
• C. While inside
• D. After exiting

Answer: (A)

In a multi-lane roundabout, you should change lanes before you enter. Plan your route and pick the lane that will take you to your intended exit, then signal and merge into that lane before you reach the circulating flow. This keeps the roundabout predictable for drivers already inside and helps you reach your exit smoothly. Changing lanes after you’ve entered or while you’re inside the roundabout is risky. The traffic inside is moving in a tighter circle with limited space, and other drivers may not anticipate a lane change, increasing the chance of a collision. Exiting the roundabout from the lane you’re in is the safest approach; you should be in the correct lane when you reach your exit, and only consider any lane changes after you’ve cleared the exit ramp.

In a multi-lane roundabout, you should change lanes before you enter. Plan your route and pick the lane that will take you to your intended exit, then signal and merge into that lane before you reach the circulating flow. This keeps the roundabout predictable for drivers already inside and helps you reach your exit smoothly.

Changing lanes after you’ve entered or while you’re inside the roundabout is risky. The traffic inside is moving in a tighter circle with limited space, and other drivers may not anticipate a lane change, increasing the chance of a collision. Exiting the roundabout from the lane you’re in is the safest approach; you should be in the correct lane when you reach your exit, and only consider any lane changes after you’ve cleared the exit ramp.