Car permit · Passing and lanes
Which of these situations makes passing illegal in all cases?
Correct answer: The car ahead has stopped for someone in the crosswalk.
Answer options
- AThe car ahead is slowing down to make a left turn
- BThe car ahead has stopped for someone in the crosswalk Correct
- CYou are on a two-lane street that runs one way
Why
A car stopped at a crosswalk may be blocking your view of a pedestrian, so passing it is never allowed. Going around a left-turning vehicle or using the other lane of a one-way street can be legal when done safely.
About this question
Topic: Passing and lanes License: Car permit
Part of these practice sets:
Where it applies: Asked in every state. Compare permit tests by state
Practice the whole set
This question is part of Passing and Changing Lanes (18 questions). Take the full set and check your score.
Practice Passing and Changing LanesMore questions from Passing and Changing Lanes
- When should you turn on your signal if you intend to pass the vehicle ahead?
- On a road with one lane in each direction, getting around a slower vehicle requires you to:
- As a general rule, on which side should you overtake a vehicle traveling the same way as you?
- What should you do when someone behind you is trying to overtake you?
- On an expressway with three lanes going your way, you hold the middle lane. Another car overtakes you by using the lane to your right. What is true of that move?
- Another driver is coming up from behind and starting to pass you. What is the right response?
- When is it permitted to go over a pair of yellow center lines in order to pass?
- You are passing another vehicle. You can safely move back into your lane once you:
Practice on your phone.
Practice here in your browser, or use the app with the same questions and explanations. It's free on the App Store.