New York DMV Permit Written TestRules of the Road and Traffic LawsEasy
You are driving on a two-way street and need to make a left turn at an intersection. There is a solid double yellow line separating your lane from oncoming traffic. What action should you take?
- AYou must wait for a broken yellow line or a designated turning lane before making your left turn.
- BYou may cross the solid double yellow line to begin your turn as long as there is no oncoming traffic.
- CYou can cross the solid double yellow line to turn left if the intersection is controlled by a traffic officer.
- DYou may only make the left turn if there is a green arrow signal for your direction.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. You must wait for a broken yellow line or a designated turning lane before making your left turn.
A solid double yellow line indicates that passing or crossing is prohibited from either direction. To make a left turn, you must find a section with a broken yellow line or a specific turning lane.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. Crossing a solid double yellow line is generally prohibited, even for turns, unless specifically allowed by law or road markings.
- C. A traffic officer's direction overrides traffic signals and signs, but a solid double yellow line still indicates a restriction unless the officer explicitly directs you to cross it, which is not the standard procedure for a left turn.
- D. While a green arrow is ideal, it doesn't change the rule against crossing a solid double yellow line if no turn lane is present.
Solid Double Yellow Line
A pair of solid yellow lines separating opposing traffic lanes, indicating that no crossing or passing is allowed from either direction.
- Prohibits passing in both directions.
- Prohibits crossing for turns, unless specifically marked otherwise (e.g., dedicated turn lane).
- Used to separate traffic moving in opposite directions.
Memory trick: Double Trouble, Don't Cross The Middle!