Ch. 1 · Common Conduct

What does this sign mean?

[Multiple choice · Easy]

No Passing (do not cross center line)

Answer: A: No Overtaking by Crossing the Center Line

Explanation

In zones with this sign, you may not cross the center line to overtake another vehicle.

Driving school curriculumStage 1 – Topic 2: Following traffic signals

Hikari
Hikari
So I just can't overtake anyone here at all?
Yui
Yui
Not quite — it's 'No Overtaking by Crossing the Center Line.' You can't cross the line to pass, but overtaking on your side is fine.
Hikari
Hikari
Oh, so it's only about crossing that center line!
Yui
Yui
Exactly. Stay in your lane and you're good — just no swerving over the middle!

Source: Ch. 1 Common Conduct · Section (第２節 信号) · Rules of the Road, Ch.1 §2 / 2(2) Regulatory signs prohibit certain traffic behaviors or designate specific ways of traveling. The types of signs and their meanings are as listed in Appendix 3(1). This question relates to the “No Overtaking” sign/marking (see Appendix 3(1) or 3(2)).

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