A 2-minute lesson from the Arizona course. Read the rules and examples, follow the handbook page references, and check your understanding before you move on.
Some markings tell you where you may stop, which way you must turn, or which lanes are open right now. Painted curbs, lane arrows, bike symbols and reversible lanes each have their own rules.
In a lane marked with a curved arrow and the word ONLY, you must turn in the arrow's direction. With both a curved and a straight arrow, you may turn or go straight.
Lanes carrying traffic one way at some times and the opposite way at others, usually marked by double-dashed yellow lines. Check side or overhead signs before using them.
Reversible lane signs showing which lanes are open at which times
Put it into practice
You pull up to a red curb outside a store to wait for a friend. Not allowed — red means no stopping, standing or parking. A white curb would let you briefly pick your friend up.
Check your understanding
Read the question, decide on an answer, then open it to check the explanation. These are Roadwise study questions based on the source handbook.
What does a bicycle symbol painted on the road indicate?
A school crossing
The potential presence of bicyclists
A required bike-only lane at all times
A no-parking zone
Answer: The potential presence of bicyclists
A bicycle painted on the road indicates the potential presence of bicyclists, and drivers should use caution.
