Bifurcation arrows: what it means

What it means

Bifurcation arrows show an increase in the number of lanes ahead.

What you must do

Make sure that you do not straddle any lane markings (drive with a lane marking under your vehicle).

Where you see it

On any road.

Remember

More lanes ahead: choose one lane and stay inside its markings.

Test yourself

1. Question 1

   Which road marking indicates an increase in the number of lanes ahead?

   

   

   

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   Answer: Picture B

   Bifurcation arrows show that the number of lanes increases ahead.

2. Question 2

   At bifurcation arrows, what must a driver ensure with regard to the lane markings?

   • A That the vehicle straddles the lane markings until the lanes divide
   • B That the vehicle stops before reaching the lane markings
   • C That the vehicle does not straddle any lane markings
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   Answer: C: That the vehicle does not straddle any lane markings

   You must make sure that you do not straddle any lane markings.