Turns and lanesQuestion 175 of 412

What is a main reason for a turning lane?

  1. It lets you pass slow cars
  2. It lets you drive faster than the traffic
  3. It lets you stop for a short time
  4. Drivers wait for a gap while straight traffic keeps moving
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Correct answer: Drivers wait for a gap while straight traffic keeps moving

The lane keeps through traffic moving while you wait for your gap.

Source: Learn to Drive Smart (ICBC, 2026), Chapter 4, Rules of the road, page 51

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026