What must drivers do at a four-way stop?

At a four-way stop, drivers must proceed in order of arrival. This means that the vehicle that arrives at the stop intersection first has the right of way and should go first. This rule is designed to facilitate orderly movement through the intersection, minimizing confusion and potential collisions. Each driver needs to recognize when they have arrived at the intersection, come to a complete stop, and assess which vehicle arrived before them.

The other options do not align with safe driving practices at a four-way stop. Yielding to the left may create uncertainty about who has the right of way, which can lead to accidents. Speeding through the intersection ignores the need to stop and assess other vehicles, putting all drivers at risk. Additionally, waiting for a green light is not applicable at a four-way stop, as drivers must follow the stop sign regulations rather than rely on traffic signals.