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
- A broken yellow line next to your lane means you may: · California practice question
- You are on a two-lane road with a single broken yellow centerline. What does the manual sa... · Pennsylvania practice question
- You see a solid yellow line paired with a broken yellow line down the center of the road.... · Illinois practice question
- A road has a combination centerline with a solid yellow line and a broken yellow line. The... · Pennsylvania practice question
- You are driving next to a solid yellow line on your side with a broken yellow line beyond... · New York 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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