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Lanes and turns questions

What lane lines and edge lines let you do, passing on the left and the right, U-turns, turns on red from one-way streets, bike lanes, diamond lanes and getting on and off the expressway.

Each question below covers one rule from the New York State Driver's Manual. Answer it, see why the other answers are wrong, and follow the link to the manual page.

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18 questions

  1. Solid line beside a broken lineThe center lines are a solid line beside a broken line, and the broken line is on your side. May you pass?
  2. Double solid linesWhat do double solid lines between you and oncoming traffic mean?
  3. Never drive in a bike laneWhen may you drive your car in a bicycle lane?
  4. U-turns: 500 feet of view both waysFor a legal U-turn, other drivers must be able to see your car from how far away in each direction?
  5. No U-turns in New York City business districtsIn New York City, where does the law ban U-turns even when no sign is posted?
  6. Never U-turn on a limited-access expresswayOn a limited access expressway, when may you turn around with a U-turn?
  7. Left turn on red: one-way into one-wayWhen may you turn left at a steady red light?
  8. Look over your shoulder before changing lanesBefore you change lanes, what should you do after checking your mirrors and signaling?
  9. Merging onto an expresswayAn expressway entrance ramp has no STOP sign, YIELD sign or light. What is the ramp for?
  10. When you may pass on the rightWhen may you pass a vehicle on the right?
  11. Keep your wheels straight while waiting to turn leftWhile you wait to make a left turn, how should your front wheels point?
  12. Diamond lanes: buses, HOV and special vehiclesWhat does a diamond symbol painted on a lane mean?
  13. When you may not pass on the leftOn a two-way road, passing is banned within how many feet of a railroad crossing?
  14. Edge linesWhat does a solid line along the side of the road mark?
  15. White lines and yellow linesWhat color is the line between your lane and traffic coming the other way?
  16. No U-turns in a school zoneIs a U-turn allowed in a school zone?
  17. Which lane to turn intoWhen you make a right turn, which lane of the new road should you turn into?
  18. Missed your expressway exitYou miss your expressway exit. What should you do?

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