When is it appropriate to pass another vehicle?

When is it appropriate to pass another vehicle?

• A. Pass only when you have a clear opportunity and can complete before a no-passing zone.
• B. Always pass on two-lane roads regardless of the zone.
• C. Never pass any vehicle.
• D. Pass if the other driver signals.

Answer: (A)

Passing should be done only when you have a clear opportunity and can finish before a no-passing zone ends. This means you must have good visibility far enough ahead to judge the gap, enough space in the other lane to complete the pass, and a safe way to return to your lane without cutting off the vehicle you’re passing. On two-lane roads, the dashed line shows where passing is allowed if it’s safe; solid lines indicate no passing. You should always signal, check mirrors and blind spots, and ensure there’s no oncoming traffic that would prevent you from completing the maneuver safely. Relying on another driver’s signal does not make a pass safe or legal—you still need to assess real road conditions and the legality of the maneuver.

Passing should be done only when you have a clear opportunity and can finish before a no-passing zone ends. This means you must have good visibility far enough ahead to judge the gap, enough space in the other lane to complete the pass, and a safe way to return to your lane without cutting off the vehicle you’re passing. On two-lane roads, the dashed line shows where passing is allowed if it’s safe; solid lines indicate no passing. You should always signal, check mirrors and blind spots, and ensure there’s no oncoming traffic that would prevent you from completing the maneuver safely. Relying on another driver’s signal does not make a pass safe or legal—you still need to assess real road conditions and the legality of the maneuver.