(54/150) When the road is marked with a solid yellow line and a broken yellow line, with the broken line next to your lane, you may pass:

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Only in an emergency. If you are on an expressway. If traffic is clear. Only at an intersection.

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In New York State, a solid yellow line alongside a broken yellow line indicates a passing zone for the side with the broken line. The broken line means you may pass if it is safe and legal to do so, provided there is no oncoming traffic and you can complete the pass without exceeding the speed limit or interfering with other vehicles. The solid line on the other side prohibits passing for that direction. This rule is covered in the NYS Driver's Manual under 'Pavement Markings'.

Correct Answer Analysis

Correct Answer: If traffic is clear.

The correct answer is 'If traffic is clear.' When the broken yellow line is on your side, you are allowed to pass other vehicles, but only when it is safe. 'Traffic is clear' means you have sufficient visibility and no oncoming vehicles are approaching, making the pass legal and safe.

Wrong Options Analysis

Option: Only in an emergency.

Passing is not restricted to emergencies. The broken line indicates a normal passing zone, so you may pass whenever it is safe, not just in urgent situations.

Option: If you are on an expressway.

The rule applies to all roads with this pavement marking, not just expressways. Expressways may have specific passing rules, but the broken yellow line itself permits passing on any road when safe.

Option: Only at an intersection.

Passing is generally prohibited at intersections, and the broken line does not indicate a special allowance there. The broken line simply marks a passing zone along the road, not at intersections.

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(54/150) When the road is marked with a solid yellow line and a broken yellow line, with the broken line next to your lane, you may pass:

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