Rules of the road
Level 7 · Signals & markings

What do broken yellow line mean?

Broken yellow line

Passing is allowed when it is safe. Pass only when the way is clear far enough ahead.

Why it looks like this

Broken lines mean you may cross, and yellow means oncoming traffic is on the other side.

How to respond

  1. Pass only when the way is clear far enough ahead.
Common mistakePassing near hills or curves you cannot see past.
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