RRoad Rules Prep

New York Markings practice

Practice 34 New York DMV questions on markings. Answer interactively below with an instant explanation after every question.

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Example questions & answers

1

When there is both a solid yellow line and a broken yellow line between opposing lanes of traffic, are you permitted to pass another vehicle?

  • A.Yes.
  • B.No.
  • C.Yes, but only if the solid line is on your side.
  • D.Yes, but only if the broken line is on your side.✓

Why: When a solid and a broken yellow line are together, passing is only permitted for the side with the broken line. The solid line indicates that passing is unsafe or prohibited for drivers on that side.

2

Under what circumstances is it permissible to cross double solid yellow lines?

  • A.To make a U-turn
  • B.To turn left to leave the road
  • C.If a traffic officer directs you to do so
  • D.In all of the above situations✓

Why: You can cross double solid yellow lines to turn left into a driveway, perform a legal U-turn, or follow a traffic officer's directions. However, you are never allowed to cross them to pass another vehicle.

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