What is the special lane used for?
They are usually located next to the regular, or unrestricted, lanes. These special lanes enable those who carpool or ride the bus to bypass the traffic in the adjacent, unrestricted (“general purpose”) lanes.
What does slower traffic use turnouts mean?
If you’re driving on any mountain roads such as Hwy 2 or Hwy 39, you will encounter signs that say, “Slower traffic use turnouts.” The basic rule is if someone is driving slower than the posted speed limit, that person is obligated to pull over at the next turnout when five cars stack up behind him or her.
Which lane is fastest in traffic?
Freeways are designed so that the leftmost lane is supposed to be the fastest moving lane. But in heavy traffic, the fastest lane is the right-most one.
Why are there turnout areas on the road?
Turnout areas are special areas next to the road that drivers can enter. They are meant to help create a smooth traffic flow on roads without passing lanes or where overtaking may be difficult or impossible. Slower vehicles can then enter a turnout area to let traffic behind pass safely.
Where do you pass on a two lane road?
When overtaking and passing another vehicle on a two-lane road, you should pass only to: a) the right of the vehicle b) either left or right of the vehicle c) the left of the vehicle d) neither left nor right of the vehicle the left of the vehicle Lanes of traffic going in opposite directions are divided by:
When to use the middle lane or the left lane?
When there are three or more lanes going in one direction on a highway, vehicles passing others or turning left should use: a) the middle lane b) the deceleration lane c) the left lane d) the right lane the left lane When overtaking and passing another vehicle on a two-lane road, you should pass only to: a) the right of the vehicle
What do you need to know about end of lane markings?
End-of-Lane Markings Freeway lanes, as well as some city street lanes, which are ending will usually be marked by large broken lines painted on the pavement. If you are driving in a lane marked with these broken lines, be prepared to exit the freeway or for the lane to end. Look for a sign that tells you to exit or merge, etc.