A driver traveling on a rural two-lane road is following a slow-moving tractor. The centerline on the driver's side is a broken yellow line, but a railroad crossing sign indicates tracks are located 80 feet ahead. Which of the following statements correctly describes the legal passing rule in this situation?
- The driver must not attempt to pass because overtaking is legally prohibited within 100 feet of a railroad crossing, regardless of lane markings.Cevap
- BThe driver may pass immediately because a broken yellow line on their side of the road always gives permission to overtake slower vehicles.
- CThe driver may pass as long as the entire vehicle fully completes the pass and returns to the lane before crossing the tracks.
- DThe driver must wait until the broken yellow line transitions into a solid white line before initiating a pass.
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The driver must not attempt to pass because overtaking is legally prohibited within 100 feet of a railroad crossing, regardless of lane markings.
Although a broken yellow line generally permits passing when safe, statutory traffic safety laws prohibit passing or driving on the left side of the roadway within 100 feet of a railroad crossing, intersection, bridge, or tunnel. Since the vehicle is 80 feet from the tracks, overtaking is illegal.
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Statutory Passing Restrictions Near Railroad Crossings and Intersections