Florida Class E Knowledge ExamFlorida Road RulesMedium
You are driving on a Florida roadway and wish to make a U-turn. Which of the following is a legal condition for performing a U-turn?
- AYou are making the U-turn across a double yellow line if it is safe to do so.
- BYou are in a business district, and there is a 'U-TURN PERMITTED' sign.
- CYou are in a residential district, and there is no oncoming traffic for at least 300 feet.
- DYou are on a curve or the crest of a hill where you cannot see 500 feet in either direction.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: B. You are in a business district, and there is a 'U-TURN PERMITTED' sign.
In Florida, U-turns are generally permitted where they can be made safely and without interfering with other traffic. However, in business districts, U-turns are only permitted where there is a sign specifically allowing them.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. U-turns across a double yellow line are generally prohibited as double yellow lines indicate no passing/crossing.
- C. While safety is paramount, there isn't a specific 300-foot rule for residential U-turns; the 'business district' rule is more specific.
- D. U-turns are prohibited on curves or hills where visibility is limited, typically 500 feet.
Legal U-Turn (Florida)
U-turns are legal in Florida when safe, not interfering with traffic, and not prohibited by signs or specific locations (like hills or curves). In business districts, a sign is required.
- Must be safe and not impede traffic.
- Prohibited on curves or hills with limited visibility.
- In business districts, only allowed if a 'U-TURN PERMITTED' sign is present.
- Generally prohibited across double yellow lines.
Memory trick: U-turn is okay if 'Safe, Clear, and Signed' (especially in a city zone).