Yield line: what it means

What it means

A yield line shows that you must yield (give way). You must give priority to all who cross in front of you at that point.

What you must do

Give way to anyone who crosses your path of travel, or who wants to cross it.

Where you see it

On any road, especially at intersections.

Remember

A yield line with no yield sign still means give way.

Even if there is no yield sign, you still have to give way.

Test yourself

1. Question 1

   Which road marking indicates that a driver must give priority to all who cross in front of the driver at that point?

   

   

   

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   Answer: Picture A

   The yield line, a broken white line across your lane, means you must give priority to all who cross.

2. Question 2

   On which roads may a yield line be marked?

   • A Only on roads in urban areas
   • B On any road, especially at intersections
   • C Only on freeways and dual carriageways
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   Answer: B: On any road, especially at intersections

   A yield line can be marked on any road, and you see it most at intersections.

3. Question 3

   You approach a yield line. A vehicle on the cross road has not yet entered your path, but is about to cross it. What must you do?

   • A Proceed first, as the vehicle has not yet crossed
   • B Give way to the vehicle
   • C Sound the hooter and proceed
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   Answer: B: Give way to the vehicle

   At a yield line you must give way to anyone who crosses your path or wants to cross it.