Traffic Lane and Road Markings Quiz

What is the purpose of lane markings on road surfaces?

• To decorate the road

• To help drivers know which part of the road to use and understand traffic rules

• To indicate parking areas

• To separate pedestrian paths from vehicle paths

What does a single solid yellow line indicate?

• The edge of the road

• The center of a road with two-way traffic

• A pedestrian crossing

• A bike lane

When should you not pass a vehicle in front of you?

• When there is a single solid yellow line on your side of the road

• When there is a broken white line on your side of the road

• When there is a double solid white line on your side of the road

• When there is a broken yellow line on your side of the road

What is the rule regarding double solid yellow lines?

• You can pass over them at any time.

• You must stay to the right of them unless specific conditions are met.

• You can drive on them if the road is clear.

• You can cross them to overtake slow vehicles.

Under what condition can you cross double solid yellow lines?

• When driving a motorcycle.

• When instructed by a friend.

• When in a high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) carpool lane with a designated entrance on the left.

• When the road is empty.

When is it permissible to turn left across a single set of double yellow lines?

• To overtake a slow vehicle.

• To enter or exit a driveway or private road or make a U-turn.

• To park on the side of the road.

• To avoid a traffic jam.

What is the primary purpose of double solid yellow lines on the road?

• To allow parking on both sides.

• To separate lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions.

• To indicate a pedestrian crossing.

• To mark the edge of the road.

What does a broken yellow line indicate on the road?

• You may pass if it is safe.

• You must stop immediately.

• You cannot pass under any circumstances.

• It marks a pedestrian crossing.

What is an example of a preferential use lane mentioned in the text?

• Bicycle lane

• Carpool (HOV) lane

• Bus lane

• Emergency vehicle lane

What do broken white lines on roads indicate?

• Separate traffic lanes in opposite directions

• Indicate a pedestrian crossing

• Separate traffic lanes in the same direction

• Mark the end of a lane