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DMV practice question · Signs

What is the use of the special "turnout" areas marked on a two lane road?

  1. ATo allow vehicles behind the driver to pass.Correct
  2. BTo allow drivers to stop and talk on their cell phones.
  3. CTo allow vehicles to make a U-turns.
  4. DTo allow vehicles to make a left turn.

Explanation

Special “turnout” areas are sometimes marked on two-lane roads. Drive into these areas to allow cars behind you to pass. Some two-lane roads have passing lanes. If you are driving slowly on a two-lane highway or road where passing is unsafe, and 5 or more vehicles are following, you must drive into the turnout areas or lanes to let the vehicles pass.

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