New York DMV Permit Written TestRules of the Road and Traffic LawsHard
You are driving on a two-way street and wish to turn left at an intersection. There is a solid yellow line separating your lane from oncoming traffic. When is it permissible to cross this solid yellow line?
- ANever, a solid yellow line cannot be crossed.
- BOnly when making a U-turn.
- CWhen making a left turn into a driveway or private road.
- DOnly when passing another vehicle.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. When making a left turn into a driveway or private road.
While a solid yellow line generally indicates no passing, New York State law permits crossing a single solid yellow line to make a left turn into or from a driveway, private road, or alley. It is not permissible for passing or U-turns unless specifically designated.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. This is generally true for passing, but there's an exception for left turns.
- B. U-turns are only allowed where specifically permitted and safe, not solely based on a solid yellow line.
- D. A solid yellow line prohibits passing from that side.
Solid Yellow Line Crossing
A single solid yellow line prohibits passing, but can be crossed for a left turn into or from a driveway or private road.
- Generally means no passing.
- Exception for left turns into driveways/private roads.
- Still requires yielding to oncoming traffic.
Memory trick: Solid yellow: No passing, but a quick left turn is allowed.