BMV Practice Test

No-passing zones can be defined by which of the following?

1. High traffic areas

2. Areas with poor visibility

3. At intersections only

4. Wide and clear roads

The correct answer is: Areas with poor visibility

No-passing zones are specifically designated areas where overtaking or passing other vehicles is not allowed, generally due to safety concerns. Poor visibility is a significant factor in determining a no-passing zone. Locations where visibility is limited, such as curves or hills, can create hazardous situations where drivers cannot see oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of collisions. While high traffic areas may have implications for safety, the principle of no-passing zones is more directly tied to visibility and the road layout. No-passing zones are not confined to intersections; they can occur in various other locations where visibility concerns are present. Similarly, wide and clear roads are generally safe for passing, thus do not typically designate a no-passing zone. It is the compromise of visibility that primarily justifies the establishment of these zones, making the answer about areas with poor visibility the most relevant and accurate.