Oregon: Pavement markings
Yellow and white lines, two-way left turn lanes, painted medians, crosswalks, bike lanes and the other markings in the Oregon Driver Manual. Split into 2 shorter tests so you're not stuck in one long quiz.
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When may you disobey a pavement marking?
- When no other vehicles are anywhere near you on the road
- When the marking is faded
- When a police officer or road worker is redirecting traffic
- When you are driving slower than other traffic
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Correct answer: When a police officer or road worker is redirecting traffic
You must obey all pavement markings unless you see a police officer or road worker redirecting traffic.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 22 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 22)
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What do yellow pavement markings separate?
- Lanes of traffic flowing in the same direction
- Traffic moving in opposite directions
- Bike lanes from sidewalks
- Parking spaces from travel lanes
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Correct answer: Traffic moving in opposite directions
Yellow markings separate traffic moving in opposite directions (center line) and mark the left edge of one-way roads and ramps, two-way left turn lanes and painted medians.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 22 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 22)
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What do white pavement markings separate?
- Traffic moving in opposite directions
- Two-way left turn lanes from painted medians
- The left edge of one-way roads from ramps
- Lanes of traffic flowing in the same direction
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Correct answer: Lanes of traffic flowing in the same direction
White markings separate lanes of traffic flowing in the same direction and mark the right edge of travel lanes.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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What does a solid yellow line mark?
- The right edge of one-way roads
- The border between lanes going the same direction
- The left edge of one-way roads and ramps
- The edge of a crosswalk
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Correct answer: The left edge of one-way roads and ramps
A solid yellow line marks the left edge of one-way roads and ramps.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 22 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 22)
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A single broken yellow line runs down the center of a two-way road. What does it indicate?
- Passing is allowed for both directions of travel
- Passing is not allowed for either direction
- Passing is allowed only for the direction with the broken line
- The road is one-way
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Correct answer: Passing is allowed for both directions of travel
A broken yellow center line indicates a two-way road where passing is allowed for both directions of travel.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 22 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 22)
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The center of a road has a solid yellow line and a broken yellow line side by side. The broken line is on your side. What does this mean?
- You are not allowed to pass
- You may pass only on a curve
- You may pass only in bad weather
- You are allowed to pass
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Correct answer: You are allowed to pass
A broken yellow line on your side of the lane indicates you are allowed to pass.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 22 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 22)
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The center of a road has a solid yellow line and a broken yellow line side by side. The solid line is on your side. What does this mean?
- You are allowed to pass
- You are not allowed to pass
- You may pass only if no vehicle is oncoming
- You may pass only at a speed under 25 mph
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Correct answer: You are not allowed to pass
A solid yellow line on your side of the lane indicates you are not allowed to pass.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 22 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 22)
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What does a double solid yellow line indicate?
- Passing is not allowed for both directions of traffic
- Passing is allowed for both directions of traffic
- Passing is allowed only for the direction with more lanes
- The road is a one-way road
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Correct answer: Passing is not allowed for both directions of traffic
A double solid yellow line means passing is not allowed for both directions.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 22 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 22)
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When may you turn left across double solid yellow lines to enter or exit a roadway?
- Never, under any circumstances
- Only when no sign is posted
- After waiting for oncoming traffic to clear
- Only if you are driving slower than 15 mph
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Correct answer: After waiting for oncoming traffic to clear
You may turn left to enter or exit a roadway across double solid yellow lines after waiting for oncoming traffic to clear.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 22 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 22)
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A two-way left turn lane has been provided. From which lane may you make a left turn?
- From the lane next to it
- Only from the two-way left turn lane
- From any lane if traffic is light
- From the right lane
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Correct answer: Only from the two-way left turn lane
If a two-way left turn lane has been provided, you must not make a left turn from any other lane.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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When should you enter a two-way left turn lane?
- Well before the turn, to travel along it
- As soon as you see it, to get ahead of traffic
- Only after crossing the intersection
- Just before you want to make the turn
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Correct answer: Just before you want to make the turn
The manual says it is illegal to travel in a two-way left turn lane, so you enter just before the turn.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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A painted median has double solid yellow lines on both sides. When may you make a left turn across it?
- Only when the median is wider than a car
- Never
- After waiting for oncoming traffic to clear
- Only if you signal for at least 5 seconds
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Correct answer: After waiting for oncoming traffic to clear
You may make a left turn across a painted median after waiting for oncoming traffic to clear.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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A painted median has double solid yellow lines on both sides. May you use it as a turn lane or travel in it?
- No, it is illegal to use it as a turn lane or to travel in it
- Yes, but only while you wait for oncoming traffic to clear
- Yes, but only for 100 feet or less
- Yes, if no other vehicles are present
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Correct answer: No, it is illegal to use it as a turn lane or to travel in it
You may not use a painted median as a turn lane, and it is illegal to travel in a median with double yellow lines.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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What do yellow diagonal stripes within a painted median tell you?
- A two-way left turn lane begins ahead of you in the median
- Passing is allowed on the left
- A bike lane begins ahead
- Fixed objects are ahead, or vehicle use is not allowed in the area
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Correct answer: Fixed objects are ahead, or vehicle use is not allowed in the area
Yellow diagonal stripes inform you of fixed objects in the road ahead or areas where vehicle use is not allowed.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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What does the manual say about driving in or turning across yellow diagonal stripes in a painted median?
- It is allowed to pass a slow vehicle
- It is illegal
- It is allowed after oncoming traffic clears
- It is allowed only to turn left
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Correct answer: It is illegal
It is illegal to drive in or make a turn across these stripes.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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What is a solid white line along the edge of the road used for?
- As an edge or fog line to help drivers stay on the road
- To mark the center of a two-way road used by opposing traffic
- To show where passing is allowed
- To separate a bike lane from the sidewalk
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Correct answer: As an edge or fog line to help drivers stay on the road
A solid white line is used for an edge or fog line to help drivers stay on the road.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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What is a wide solid white line used for?
- To mark where passing is allowed on a two-lane road with traffic both ways
- To show where a crosswalk begins
- To direct traffic into specific lanes, such as turn lanes, and separate bike lanes
- To mark the left edge of a one-way road
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Correct answer: To direct traffic into specific lanes, such as turn lanes, and separate bike lanes
A wide solid white line directs traffic into specific lanes and separates bike lanes from other traffic lanes.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 24 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 24)
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What does the manual say about crossing a wide solid white line?
- It is never permitted
- It is permitted but discouraged
- It is permitted only to pass another vehicle
- It is permitted without any caution
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Correct answer: It is permitted but discouraged
Crossing a wide solid white line is permitted but discouraged.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 24 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 24)
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What does a broken white line separate, and may you cross it?
- Opposing traffic; crossing is never permitted under any conditions
- A bike lane; crossing is permitted only to turn
- A crosswalk; crossing is permitted at any time
- Lanes going the same direction; crossing is permitted with caution
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Correct answer: Lanes going the same direction; crossing is permitted with caution
A broken white line separates lanes of traffic going in the same direction, and crossing it is permitted with caution.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 24 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 24)
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How does a dotted white line differ from a broken white line?
- It is a wider line that is painted solid white
- It is red instead of white
- It has short dotted lines placed closer together
- It has two lines side by side
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Correct answer: It has short dotted lines placed closer together
A dotted white line is made of short dotted lines placed closer together than a broken line.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 24 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 24)
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A dotted white line appears before an exit ramp or intersection. What does it tell you?
- The lane you are in will not continue on the same route
- You must come to a full stop at the line and then proceed
- You must merge into traffic
- You may not change lanes
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Correct answer: The lane you are in will not continue on the same route
Before an exit ramp or intersection, it informs you that your lane will not continue on the same route, such as a right-turn only lane or an exit only lane.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 24 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 24)
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A dotted white line appears at a freeway entrance ramp. What does it tell you?
- You must come to a stop and wait for a gap in traffic
- Your lane will not continue on the same route
- Lane changes are prohibited
- You are entering the freeway and must merge into traffic
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Correct answer: You are entering the freeway and must merge into traffic
At a freeway entrance ramp, the dotted white line informs you that you are entering the freeway and must merge into traffic.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 24 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 24)
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What is a dotted white line within an intersection used for?
- To show where you must stop before entering the intersection
- To guide you through the intersection into the proper lane
- To separate opposing traffic
- To mark a crosswalk
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Correct answer: To guide you through the intersection into the proper lane
Within an intersection, a dotted white line helps guide you through into the proper lane.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 24 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 24)
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What does a double solid white line mean?
- You may not change lanes; stay in your lane
- You may change lanes only with caution
- You must stop before the lines
- The lane is reserved for buses
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Correct answer: You may not change lanes; stay in your lane
A double solid white line, usually with a sign prohibiting lane changes for a certain distance, means you may not change lanes.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 24 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 24)
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What must you do when a pedestrian is in a marked crosswalk in your lane?
- Slow down and sound your horn
- Continue if you can pass behind the pedestrian
- Stop
- Continue if the pedestrian has stopped walking
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Correct answer: Stop
The manual says to stop when a pedestrian is in the crosswalk.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 24 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 24)
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What does a stop line show?
- The point at which you are required to yield
- The point at which you are required to stop
- The start of a bike lane
- The end of a no-passing zone
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Correct answer: The point at which you are required to stop
A stop line is a solid white line across your lane showing the point at which you are required to stop.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)
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How is a bike lane identified?
- A wide solid yellow line with a bicycle symbol on it
- A row of triangles pointing toward you
- A double white line only
- A wide white line with a bicycle symbol or a bike lane sign
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Correct answer: A wide white line with a bicycle symbol or a bike lane sign
A bike lane is identified by a wide white line with a bicycle symbol or a bike lane sign.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)
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What color may a bike lane be painted?
- Blue
- Yellow
- Green
- Orange
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Correct answer: Green
The manual says bike lanes may be painted green.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)
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A row of triangles in your lane points toward your vehicle. What does it show?
- The point at which you are required to yield
- The point at which you are required to stop
- A lane for transit vehicles only
- An area where you may not change lanes
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Correct answer: The point at which you are required to yield
A yield line is a row of triangles pointing toward your vehicle that shows where you are required to yield.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)
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What may white chevrons on the pavement inform you of?
- A lane that ends a short distance ahead and requires traffic to merge
- A place where you may park
- A lane reserved for buses
- Fixed objects ahead, or other areas where vehicle use is not allowed
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Correct answer: Fixed objects ahead, or other areas where vehicle use is not allowed
White chevrons may be used to inform you of fixed objects in the road ahead or other areas where vehicle use is not allowed.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)
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What are red pavement markings used to designate?
- Where drivers must stop for pedestrians who are crossing the road
- Where transit only vehicles, like buses or light rail trains, may travel
- Where parking is allowed for short periods
- Where passing is prohibited
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Correct answer: Where transit only vehicles, like buses or light rail trains, may travel
Red markings designate where transit only vehicles may travel continuously.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)
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Are all Transit Only lanes painted red?
- No, so always look for signs or other markings on the road
- Yes, every Transit Only lane is red
- Yes, but red may fade, so also check for white lines
- No, and signs are never used for them
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Correct answer: No, so always look for signs or other markings on the road
Not all Transit Only lanes are red, so always look for signs or other markings on the road.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)
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What does a solid red lane mean?
- It is a lane for emergency stopping
- It is a left turn lane for all vehicles
- It is a Transit Only lane, not for cars
- It is a parking lane
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Correct answer: It is a Transit Only lane, not for cars
A solid red lane is a Transit Only lane that is not for cars.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)
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What do striped red lines show?
- Where you must stop for a train and wait for it to pass
- Where you may enter the Transit Only lane to turn or park
- Where you may pass a bus
- Where you must yield to people riding bicycles
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Correct answer: Where you may enter the Transit Only lane to turn or park
Striped red lines show where you may enter the Transit Only lane to turn, park or enter a driveway.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)
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What should you do if you cannot safely return to your lane before entering a no-passing zone?
- Pass and return to your lane inside the no-passing zone
- Pass on the right
- Do not attempt to pass the vehicle
- Pass only if the vehicle ahead is traveling under the speed limit
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Correct answer: Do not attempt to pass the vehicle
The manual says not to attempt to pass if you cannot safely return to your lane before entering a no-passing zone.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 32 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 32)
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When may you cross the center line in a no-passing zone?
- Only if no oncoming vehicle is in sight
- Only if the vehicle ahead is moving slower than the speed limit
- Only if you signal for at least five seconds
- Only if the right side is blocked or you are turning left
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Correct answer: Only if the right side is blocked or you are turning left
The manual says you may cross the center line in a no-passing zone only if the right side is blocked or you are turning left.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 32 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 32)
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What does a bike box usually look like?
- A white painted box on the road with a green bicycle symbol
- A yellow painted box on the road with a black bicycle symbol
- A red painted box on the road with a white bicycle symbol
- A green painted box on the road with a white bicycle symbol
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Correct answer: A green painted box on the road with a white bicycle symbol
Most bike boxes are a green painted box on the road with a white bicycle symbol.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 51 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 51)
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What does a sharrow indicate?
- Only people riding bicycles may use the lane at this point
- The lane is shared and people riding bicycles may be there
- A bike lane begins ahead on the right side of the road
- Drivers must not pass people riding bicycles in this lane
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Correct answer: The lane is shared and people riding bicycles may be there
A sharrow indicates that the lane is shared and people riding bicycles may be in the road.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 51 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 51)
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How is a sharrow shown on the road?
- A bicycle symbol inside a solid white box
- Two parallel white lines with a bicycle symbol between them
- Two chevrons above a bicycle symbol painted on the road
- A green painted lane with a white bicycle symbol
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Correct answer: Two chevrons above a bicycle symbol painted on the road
A sharrow is indicated by two chevrons above a bicycle symbol painted on the road.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 51 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 51)