New York DMV Permit Written TestRoad SignsMedium
You are driving on a multi-lane highway and notice a rectangular white sign with black text that reads 'LANE ENDS MERGE RIGHT'. Which of the following is the most appropriate action?
- AIncrease your speed to quickly merge ahead of other vehicles.
- BMaintain your speed and proceed until the lane physically ends.
- CCarefully and safely merge into the adjacent lane as soon as possible.
- DImmediately slow down and stop to wait for a clear opening.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. Carefully and safely merge into the adjacent lane as soon as possible.
A 'LANE ENDS MERGE RIGHT' sign is a warning to prepare for a lane closure. Drivers should signal, check mirrors and blind spots, and merge safely into the adjacent lane, typically by matching speed with traffic in that lane.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. This is incorrect; aggressive merging can cause accidents.
- B. This is incorrect; waiting until the last moment can lead to abrupt and unsafe merging.
- D. This is incorrect; stopping on a highway can be dangerous.
LANE ENDS MERGE Sign
A regulatory or warning sign that informs drivers that their current lane is ending and they must merge into an adjacent lane in the indicated direction.
- Indicates an upcoming lane closure.
- Requires drivers to prepare to merge safely.
- Often accompanied by pavement markings or other warning signs.
Memory trick: Lane ends, don't delay, signal, check, and merge away.