Double solid yellow lines
A free practice question for the Virginia permit test, with the answer explained.
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What do double solid yellow center lines mean?
The rule
Two solid yellow lines down the middle of a two-way road mean no passing from either side. You may cross them only to turn left, or to pass pedestrians, bicyclists, scooter or skateboard riders when the other lane is clear.
Double solid yellow lines mean no passing for drivers on either side. You may cross them to make a left turn, or to pass a pedestrian or bicyclist when the other lane is clear.
From the Virginia Driver's Manual, section 2, page 11. This question is our own wording of that rule. The handbook and the DMV have the final word.
Often mixed up with
People confuse these rules with this one. Each has its own practice question.
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