When must a vehicle yield to a pedestrian?

A vehicle must yield to a pedestrian when the pedestrian is in the crosswalk because crosswalks are designated areas where pedestrians have the right of way to safely cross the street. This rule is in place to protect pedestrians, as they are more vulnerable than vehicles and rely on the cooperation of drivers to ensure their safety. It is important for drivers to be vigilant and adhere to this rule, as failing to yield can lead to accidents and serious injuries.

Other scenarios, such as only yielding during daylight hours or when a pedestrian signals, do not reflect the comprehensive responsibility drivers have in yielding to pedestrians at all times when they are in crosswalks. Additionally, simply walking on the sidewalk does not imply that a pedestrian is preparing to cross the roadway, so yielding in those circumstances is not mandated. Thus, yielding at crosswalks ensures that pedestrians can safely navigate their routes.