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Signals and markingsQuestion 174 of 288
A grey road with white edge lines, a yellow-striped lens-shaped island in the middle, and a white arrow pointing down on the left and another pointing up on the right.

What should you do about the marked area shown in this picture?

  1. Do not drive on it or use it to pass.
  2. Use it to pass slow vehicles.
  3. Use it as a short parking area.
  4. Drive on it when turning left.
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Correct answer: Do not drive on it or use it to pass.

It guides traffic away from bridges or medians.

Source: Driver's Handbook (Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, January 2025), Painted islands, page 80

Practice signals and markings

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026