Continuity lines: what it means

What it means

Continuity lines warn you of a break in the continuing part of the roadway, such as an intersection or off ramp. If your lane has a continuity line on one side, that lane will soon turn off from the road you are travelling on.

What you must do

Yield (give way) to any traffic that wants to change lanes. Check your blind spot to make sure no other vehicle might cut in front of you.

Where you see it

On any road.

Remember

A continuity line on one side of your lane: your lane is about to turn off.

The continuity lines will soon change to a channelizing line or a painted island. After that it is illegal to change direction.

Test yourself

1. Question 1

   Which road marking warns of a break, such as an intersection or off ramp, in the continuing part of the roadway?

   

   

   

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   Answer: Picture C

   Continuity lines warn you of a break, like an intersection or off ramp, in the road that carries on.

2. Question 2

   You are travelling in a lane that has a continuity line on one side. What does the marking inform you about that lane?

   • A It is reserved for vehicles travelling in the opposite direction
   • B It will soon be reserved for cyclists only
   • C It will soon turn off from the road you are travelling on
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   Answer: C: It will soon turn off from the road you are travelling on

   A lane with a continuity line on one side will soon turn off from your road.

3. Question 3

   At continuity lines, to which traffic must a driver yield?

   • A Only to heavy vehicles in the left-hand lane
   • B To any traffic that wants to change lanes
   • C Only to traffic approaching from the opposite direction
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   Answer: B: To any traffic that wants to change lanes

   At continuity lines you must yield (give way) to any traffic that wants to change lanes.