Practice question

Which of the following is NOT true regarding pavement markings?

  1. Crossing double solid yellow lines to make a left turn to/from an alley is not against the traffic law.
  2. Broken white lines separate traffic moving in the same direction.
  3. Crossing a double solid white line is allowed on a highway.
  4. Broken yellow lines separate traffic moving in opposite directions.

Answer: C — Crossing a double solid white line is allowed on a highway.

Pavement markings tell you where lane changes and passes are allowed. Double solid lines are restrictions: you should not cross a double solid line to change lanes or pass. A double solid white line specifically means you must stay in your lane on a highway. That’s why the statement about crossing a double solid white line being allowed is not true. By contrast, broken white lines indicate you may change lanes when it’s safe, broken yellow lines mean opposing traffic and the option to pass when safe, and crossing a double yellow line to turn left into a driveway or alley is typically allowed if safe.

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