Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles Permit Practice Test

Under which condition is it permissible to pass another vehicle?

1. Your lane is separated by a solid yellow line

2. Your lane is separated by a broken yellow line

3. There is a stop sign ahead

4. You are on a one-way street

The correct answer is: Your lane is separated by a broken yellow line

Passing another vehicle is permissible when your lane is separated by a broken yellow line. This marking indicates that it is safe for vehicles to pass because it signifies that the road is open to traffic in both directions and that drivers may cross over the line to overtake another vehicle when it is safe to do so. In contrast, a solid yellow line indicates that passing is not allowed because it is unsafe due to visibility or other hazards, while a stop sign implies that a vehicle must stop and does not pertain to the conditions under which passing is permitted. Being on a one-way street may allow for passing, but it is not a definitive condition by itself; rather, it's the line marking that indicates the allowance for passing. Therefore, the correct answer highlights a clear road marking that both guides and protects drivers when considering whether to pass another vehicle safely.