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Freeways and passingQuestion 92 of 229

Which lane is the passing lane on a multilane road?

  1. The lane next to the right curb
  2. Any lane that is empty
  3. The far left lane, next to the center divider
  4. The middle lane of three
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Correct answer: The far left lane, next to the center divider

The passing lane is closest to the center divider. Drivers use it to pass other vehicles.

Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600, California DMV, 2025), Section 6. Navigating the Roads: Types of Lanes, page 15

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026