When is it appropriate to use a three-point turn?

• A. To merge onto a highway
• B. To parallel park
• C. To perform a U-turn in the middle of the block
• D. To turn around in a street when space is limited

Answer: (D)

A three-point turn is a way to reverse direction on a street when there isn’t enough room for a single wide turn. It’s done in small steps: briefly move forward toward the curb, pivot and back up toward the opposite curb, then move forward again in the new direction. This method is appropriate on a narrow two-way street or any situation where space is limited and a safe, legal turn-around is possible. It should only be used where it’s allowed and there’s a clear view of oncoming traffic and pedestrians. The other scenarios involve different maneuvers—merging onto a highway, parallel parking, or a U-turn in the middle of a block—not turning around in a tight street space.