Traffic Lane Markings Overview

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What does a broken yellow line indicate?

Passing on the left is allowed when the way ahead is clear (correct)

No passing allowed in either direction

Only slow vehicles may use this lane

Passing on the left is not allowed

What does a broken yellow line alongside a solid yellow line signify?

Passing is allowed from the side of the broken line, but not from the side of the solid line.

Double solid yellow lines allow for passing.

False

What do broken white lines indicate?

They separate lanes of traffic going in the same direction. Signup and view all the answers

What are dotted white lines used for?

To show lane assignment in intersections Signup and view all the answers

You may pass a slow-moving car on an unmarked two-lane road.

True Signup and view all the answers

What do solid white lines indicate?

They show turn lanes and discourage lane changes near intersections. Signup and view all the answers

What do white lane arrows indicate?

They indicate the direction you must turn based on the arrow type. Signup and view all the answers

Double solid white lines can be crossed.

False Signup and view all the answers

What is a yield line?

A triangular marking indicating where to yield or stop. Signup and view all the answers

What is the use of the center lane on three-lane roads?

It can be used for making left turns or for passing. Signup and view all the answers

What does a center lane marked with a single broken yellow line signify?

Drivers may use the center lane for passing. Signup and view all the answers

What does the center lane signify when marked by a solid yellow line and a broken yellow line?

Drivers may use the lane for making left turns but cannot travel more than 150 feet in this lane. Signup and view all the answers

What is a shared lane marking?

A sharrow indicating where bicycles are encouraged to ride. Signup and view all the answers

What are bicycle lanes marked with?

Solid or dashed white lines or green pavement markings and a bicyclist symbol. Signup and view all the answers

What do High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes indicate?

Lanes marked with a diamond reserved for buses, carpools, and other high-occupancy vehicles. Signup and view all the answers

How can toll payments be made?

Using E-ZPass or in person Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Lane Markings Overview

Broken Yellow Lines: Allow passing on the left in either direction when clear.
Broken Yellow Line with Solid Yellow Line: Passing allowed only from the broken line side; solid line side may only cross for pedestrians or cyclists when clear.
Double Solid Yellow Lines: Mark the center, prohibit passing; crossing is only permitted for left turns or pedestrians.

White Lane Markings

Broken White Lines: Separate same-direction lanes; lane changes may be made with caution.
Dotted White Lines: Indicate lane assignments in intersections; guide turning lanes and mark turn lane openings.
Solid White Lines: Define turn lanes, discourage changes near intersections; also mark right edge and areas like stop lines and crosswalks.

Lane Designations

Curved or Straight White Arrows: Curved arrows indicate a mandatory turn; combined arrows allow straight or turning movement.
Double Solid White Lines: Separate conventional lanes from special use lanes, such as HOV lanes; crossing is prohibited.

Yielding and Lane Usage

Yield Line: Triangular marking indicating where to yield at intersections, often seen before roundabouts.
Center Lane Usage on Three-Lane Roads: Center lane can be used for left turns or passing based on the road markings.

Center Lane Markings

Single Broken Yellow Line in Center Lane: Allows passing for vehicles in either direction.
Solid and Broken Yellow Lines in Center Lane: Allows left turn usage but limits travel to 150 feet.

Bicycle and Vehicle Lanes

Shared Lane Marking (Sharrow): Indicates bicyclists should ride in the lane and reminds drivers to expect bicycles.
Bicycle Lanes: Marked by solid/dashed lines and symbols; vehicles should not enter except when turning and must yield to bicycles.

Special Vehicles and Toll Use

High Occupancy Vehicles (HOV): Designated lanes for buses, carpools, and motorcycles marked with a diamond; sometimes reserved for buses.
Toll Plazas/Lanes: Accept E-ZPass for toll payments; drivers should slow down and be cautious of changing lanes.

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