New York DMV Permit Written TestSafe Driving PracticesHard
You are driving on a two-lane road and wish to pass a slower vehicle. When is it permissible to pass on the right?
- AIt is never permissible to pass on the right in New York State.
- BWhen the vehicle ahead is signaling a right turn and moving into the shoulder.
- CWhen the vehicle ahead is making a left turn and there is sufficient pavement to pass safely.
- DOnly when driving on a multi-lane highway with two or more lanes of traffic moving in the same direction.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. When the vehicle ahead is making a left turn and there is sufficient pavement to pass safely.
In New York, passing on the right is generally restricted but is allowed when the vehicle ahead is making a left turn, provided there is enough clear pavement and it can be done safely. It is also allowed on multi-lane roads.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. This statement is incorrect; there are specific circumstances when passing on the right is allowed.
- B. Passing on the shoulder is illegal and unsafe, even if the vehicle ahead is turning right.
- D. While true for multi-lane highways, this option doesn't cover all permissible scenarios for passing on the right on a two-lane road.
Passing on the Right (NY)
Legal conditions under which a driver can pass another vehicle on the right side in New York State.
- Vehicle ahead making left turn.
- Multi-lane road with traffic in same direction.
- Must be safe, with clear pavement.
Memory trick: Left turn, clear lane, then it's fair game!