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Signals and pavement markingsQuestion 89 of 296
A road seen from above. The yellow centre line has two lines. The line next to the blue car is broken. The other line is solid.

The centre line has two yellow lines. The line on your side is broken. When may you pass?

  1. Never, because the other line is solid
  2. Only when a sign says passing is allowed
  3. When the way ahead is clear and it is safe
  4. Only when you drive faster than 80 km/h
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Correct answer: When the way ahead is clear and it is safe

A broken line on your side means you may pass with care. You still need a clear view and no oncoming traffic.

Source: Nova Scotia Driver's Handbook (Service Nova Scotia, 2000, reprinted with revisions to 2017), Chapter 3, Signs, Pavement Markings, and Work Zones: Rules about solid and broken lines, page 84

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026