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Turns and lanesQuestion 59 of 229

Which lane should you use to enter or leave traffic?

  1. The left lane
  2. The right lane
  3. The passing lane
  4. The Number 1 lane
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Correct answer: The right lane

Use the right lane to enter or exit traffic. Use the left lane to pass or to turn left.

Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600, California DMV, 2025), Section 6. Navigating the Roads: Choosing a Lane, page 15

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026