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Difficulty: MediumPassing, Overtaking, and Lane Changing Rules

When driving on a two-lane highway, a driver may legally cross the centerline to pass a slower vehicle while approaching a hill crest, provided no oncoming traffic is visible at the moment the pass begins.

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False
Traffic safety regulations strictly forbid initiating a passing maneuver on a two-lane road when approaching the crest of a hill or a curve where forward visibility is restricted. Because oncoming vehicles can rapidly appear over the crest, passing under limited sight distance is illegal regardless of whether the opposite lane looks clear at the start of the pass.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the roadway hazard and environmental condition described in the scenario.
The driver is approaching a hill crest on a two-lane highway while attempting to overtake another vehicle.
Topographical features such as hills and sharp curves restrict forward visibility and obscure oncoming traffic.
2
Apply traffic safety laws regarding sight distance and passing restrictions.
Crossing the centerline to pass is illegal anywhere sight distance is restricted by a hill, curve, bridge, or tunnel.
An empty lane at the start of a maneuver does not guarantee safety if oncoming traffic cannot be seen over the crest.
3
Determine the true/false valuation of the statement.
The statement is False.
Passing is prohibited near hill crests due to limited sight distance, regardless of immediate visual clearance when initiating the pass.

Key Concept

Passing Restrictions on Hill Crests and Curves
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Passing, Overtaking, and Lane Changing Rules

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