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Revision question · Band 2 traffic signs and signals, car control, pedestrians, mechanical knowledge
There are double white lines in the middle of the road. What does it mean when the line nearest to you is broken?
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You may park on the left
You may overtake, but you mustn't cross the line
You may overtake if it's safe to do so
You may park on the right
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You may overtake if it's safe to do soThis was the right answer
Where there are double white lines in the middle of the road and the line nearest to you is broken, you may cross the lines to overtake, provided it's safe and you can complete the manoeuvre before reaching a solid white line on your side.
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Rule 128Highway Code rule · The original broken-nearer double-line artwork was inspected; crossing is permitted only when the manoeuvre can be completed safely before a solid line.
Sign no longer in the packRoad sign · The original broken-nearer double-line artwork was inspected; crossing is permitted only when the manoeuvre can be completed safely before a solid line. · Not available in this content build