Florida Class E Knowledge ExamFlorida Road RulesMedium
You are driving on a Florida roadway and need to make a U-turn. Which of the following is a legal location to perform a U-turn?
- AIn a business district, unless a sign prohibits it and it's safe.
- BAcross a double yellow line if it is safe and does not impede traffic.
- CAt an intersection where there is a 'No U-Turn' sign.
- DWhere your U-turn would interfere with other traffic.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. In a business district, unless a sign prohibits it and it's safe.
In Florida, U-turns are generally permitted where they can be made safely and without interfering with other traffic, unless specifically prohibited by a sign. Business districts are not inherently prohibited areas, provided safety and signage allow.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. U-turns across a double yellow line are generally prohibited as double yellow lines indicate no passing and often no crossing for turns.
- C. A 'No U-Turn' sign explicitly prohibits U-turns at that location.
- D. U-turns are illegal if they interfere with other traffic, as this creates a hazard.
Legal U-Turns in Florida
U-turns in Florida are permitted when safe, do not interfere with other traffic, and are not prohibited by official signs.
- Must be safe and not impede traffic.
- Prohibited by 'No U-Turn' signs.
- Generally prohibited across double yellow lines.
- Allowed in business districts unless signed otherwise.
Memory trick: U-turn with care, signs beware, traffic clear.