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Difficulty: EasyPassing, Overtaking, and Lane Changing Rules

Under standard traffic laws, in which of the following situations is a driver strictly prohibited from initiating a pass on a two-lane roadway?

  1. When approaching within 100 feet of an intersection or railroad crossingAnswer
  2. B
    When temporarily exceeding the posted speed limit by 5 mph to complete the passing maneuver quickly
  3. C
    Whenever there is a broken yellow centerline on the driver's side of the road, regardless of upcoming hills or curves
  4. D
    When passing a vehicle that is traveling at least 15 mph below the maximum speed limit

Answer

When approaching within 100 feet of an intersection or railroad crossing
Traffic laws explicitly prohibit driving on the left side of the roadway to pass when approaching within 100 feet of any intersection, railroad grade crossing, bridge, viaduct, or tunnel.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the legal restrictions regarding passing near critical road features.
Standard driver safety regulations specify fixed distance limitations around hazards like intersections, railroad tracks, bridges, and tunnels.
Passing near these locations carries extreme collision risks due to cross-traffic and limited sight distance.
2
Evaluate the statutory distance rule.
Drivers must not cross to the left side of the roadway to pass within 100 feet of an intersection or railroad crossing.
This maintains safety zones where vehicles may turn or cross unexpectedly.

Key Concept

Passing distance prohibitions near intersections and crossings
Estimated Time:45s
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Passing, Overtaking, and Lane Changing Rules

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