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When driving on a roadway posted with a rectangular white regulatory sign stating 'DO NOT PASS', a driver is permitted to cross a broken yellow centerline to overtake a slow-moving agricultural vehicle.

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False. Posted regulatory signs establish mandatory traffic rules, and a 'DO NOT PASS' sign strictly prohibits crossing the centerline to overtake any vehicle, regardless of its speed or the presence of broken yellow lines.
The statement is false because rectangular white regulatory signs carry the full force of law. A posted 'DO NOT PASS' sign strictly forbids passing maneuvers under all circumstances, overriding broken yellow centerline markings and offering no exemption for slow-moving equipment.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the legal authority and function of the posted sign.
The white rectangular 'DO NOT PASS' sign is a regulatory sign that conveys mandatory traffic laws.
Regulatory signs inform drivers of enforceable rules and statutory prohibitions on a given roadway segment.
2
Evaluate whether slow vehicle speed or broken pavement lines permit an exception.
Regulatory prohibition signs supersede general pavement markings and apply universally to all traffic.
Special hazards or limited sight distances that prompted the sign posting remain dangerous regardless of the vehicle being passed.

Key Concept

Regulatory signs mandate strict legal compliance and supersede general road markings without exception.
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