New York DMV Permit Written TestRoad SignsHard
You are driving on a multi-lane highway and encounter a series of white pavement arrows in your lane. The arrow points straight ahead and also has a curved tail pointing to the right. What does this arrow indicate?
- AThis lane is for traffic that can either go straight or turn right.
- BThis lane is exclusively for vehicles turning right.
- CYou must exit the highway at the next right exit.
- DYou must go straight, but you may also turn right if the lane allows.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. This lane is for traffic that can either go straight or turn right.
Pavement arrows indicate mandatory lane usage. An arrow pointing straight ahead with a curved tail pointing right signifies that the lane is designated for vehicles that can either proceed straight or make a right turn.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. This is incorrect; an exclusive right-turn lane would have only a curved arrow to the right.
- C. This is incorrect; this arrow specifies lane movement, not an exit requirement.
- D. This is incorrect; the arrow means the lane is for both, not a primary and secondary option.
Through and Turn Lane Arrow
A white pavement arrow that indicates a lane from which drivers may either proceed straight through an intersection or make a turn in the direction of the curved tail.
- Combines a straight arrow with a curved arrow.
- Indicates multiple permitted movements from that lane.
- Drivers must choose one of the indicated movements.
Memory trick: Arrows on the ground, direct you around, follow their guide, don't be unbound.