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Two-way left-turn lane
The centre lane is only for left turns by traffic travelling in both directions. It may not be used for passing.
4 practice questions use this sign.
Practice questions with this sign
What does this sign mean?
- The centre lane is only for left turns by traffic from both directions. (Correct answer)
- The road splits into two one-way roads.
- The centre lane is for passing slow vehicles.
- Left turns are banned in both directions.
Explanation: This lane lets left-turning drivers from either direction wait for a gap without blocking through traffic.
May you use the lane marked by this sign to pass a slow vehicle?
- Yes, if there is no oncoming car in it.
- Yes, for short distances only.
- Yes, but only in daylight.
- No; it is only for making left turns. (Correct answer)
Explanation: A two-way left-turn lane is for left turns from both directions. It must not be used for passing.
You are waiting in the lane shown by this sign to turn left. What should you watch for?
- Parked cars in the lane.
- Cyclists using the lane as a bike lane.
- Oncoming drivers turning left from the same lane, who may block your view. (Correct answer)
- Vehicles passing in the lane at high speed.
Explanation: Traffic from both directions uses this centre lane to turn left. Oncoming turning vehicles can block your view, so go only when sure it is clear.