Traffic lights and pavement markingsQuestion 172 of 318

Which colour of line separates lanes for traffic that goes in opposite directions?

  1. White
  2. Yellow
  3. Red
  4. Blue
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Correct answer: Yellow

Yellow lines separate traffic that goes in opposite directions. White lines separate lanes where all traffic goes the same way.

Source: Driver's Handbook, 2nd edition (SAAQ, 2018), Chapter 3, Road Signs and Traffic Signals > Pavement markings > Colour of pavement markings, page 113

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026