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Difficulty: EasyPassing, Overtaking, and Lane Changing Rules

Which of the following pavement markings allows a driver on a two-lane road to legally cross the center line to pass a slower vehicle when oncoming traffic is clear?

  1. A broken yellow line on the driver's side of the center lineAnswer
  2. B
    A solid yellow line on the driver's side of the center line
  3. C
    Double solid yellow lines dividing the lanes
  4. D
    A solid white line separating lanes in the same direction

Answer

A broken yellow line on the driver's side of the center line permits passing when clear.
A broken yellow line located on the driver's side of the centerline designates that passing across the center line into the opposing lane is allowed, provided the road ahead is clear of oncoming traffic and the maneuver can be completed safely.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the function of yellow center lines on two-lane roadways.
Yellow lines separate opposing traffic streams.
Traffic laws use line patterns (broken vs. solid) to communicate passing permissibility based on sight distance.
2
Determine which line pattern permits crossing the center line.
A broken yellow line pattern indicates passing is allowed when safe.
Solid lines represent restrictions, whereas broken lines represent permission to cross when safe.

Key Concept

Centerline Pavement Markings for Passing
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Passing, Overtaking, and Lane Changing Rules

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