New York DMV Permit Written TestRoad SignsMedium
You are driving on a multi-lane road and observe a white pavement marking consisting of a wide solid white line with a diamond shape painted inside it. What does this marking signify?
- AThis indicates a bicycle lane next to the main traffic flow.
- BThis lane is for emergency vehicles only.
- CThis marks the beginning of a turn-only lane.
- DThis lane is reserved for specific vehicle types, such as HOV or buses.
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Correct answer: D. This lane is reserved for specific vehicle types, such as HOV or buses.
A diamond symbol painted on the pavement, often within a wide solid white line, designates a special-use lane, typically for High-Occupancy Vehicles (HOV), buses, or bicycles, depending on accompanying signage.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. While it can be for bicycles, the diamond symbol itself is for special use lanes which include HOV and buses primarily unless specified.
- B. This is incorrect; while emergency vehicles might use it, its primary designation is for other specific vehicle types.
- C. This is incorrect; turn-only lanes are indicated by curved arrows.
Diamond Lane Marking
A white pavement marking in the shape of a diamond that designates a lane for special use, such as High-Occupancy Vehicles (HOV), buses, or bicycles.
- Indicates a restricted-use lane.
- Often accompanied by signs specifying allowed vehicles.
- Drivers not meeting criteria must not use the lane.
Memory trick: Diamond on the road, a special code, for those who share the load.