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Lane Use, Turning & Passing

When may you legally pass another vehicle on the right?

  • A.Whenever you are in a hurry
  • B.Only on the shoulder
  • C.When the vehicle ahead is turning left and a lawful lane is available to pass on the right, or on a road with two or more lanes in your direction
  • D.Never under any circumstances
Correct answer

C. When the vehicle ahead is turning left and a lawful lane is available to pass on the right, or on a road with two or more lanes in your direction

Why

Passing on the right is allowed only in limited situations, such as when the driver ahead is making a left turn and a lawful lane is available, or on multi-lane roads. Never pass on the shoulder.

Manual topic: Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95) - Chapter 3: Learning to Drive · From the Pennsylvania Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (PAC-065).

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