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Revision question · Band 2 traffic signs and signals, car control, pedestrians, mechanical knowledge
What do these lines along the centre of the road mean?
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There's a hazard ahead
They're lane markings
No stopping on the carriageway
No overtaking
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There's a hazard aheadThis was the right answer
Long white lines with short gaps mean there's a hazard ahead. Often a warning sign will show you the nature of the hazard. Don't cross the line unless you can see the road is clear well ahead and you wish to overtake or turn off.
Reviewed reading for this question
Rule 127Highway Code rule · The original long-line/short-gap artwork was inspected; it warns of a hazard ahead and discourages unnecessary crossing.Know Your Traffic Signs: road markingsReviewed guidance summary · The original long-line/short-gap artwork was inspected; it warns of a hazard ahead and discourages unnecessary crossing.