Broken yellow line
Also known as: dashed yellow line, dotted yellow line, skip line
A dashed yellow line between opposing lanes of traffic, indicating that passing is allowed when the way is clear and the maneuver can be completed safely. The yellow color signals that the lane being entered carries traffic in the opposite direction.
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Practice questions
- There's a double yellow centerline ahead with a solid yellow line on your side and a broke... · Oregon practice question
Pavement markings
- Broken Yellow Center Line · Pavement marking
- Broken-and-Solid Yellow Center Line · Pavement marking
- Double Broken Yellow Line (Reversible Lane) · Pavement marking
- Two-Way Left-Turn Lane · Pavement marking
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