Alberta Class 7 License Practice Test

What does a solid white line next to your lane indicate?

1. You may change lanes freely

2. You must stop at the line

3. You may not change lanes to pass

4. You can only change lanes with caution

The correct answer is: You may not change lanes to pass

A solid white line next to your lane indicates that lane changes are discouraged or prohibited. This means that drivers should not cross this line to change lanes. The presence of a solid white line is often used to signify that it is unsafe to switch lanes, such as in areas where there is heavy traffic or where a lane is merging into another. Since the intention of this marking is to maintain the flow of traffic and enhance safety, you should remain in your lane and not attempt to pass other vehicles. The other options suggest scenarios that are not aligned with the meaning of a solid white line. For instance, the notion of changing lanes freely or only with caution does not apply here, as the solid white line clearly indicates a restriction on changing lanes. Additionally, the idea of needing to stop at the line is more relevant to stop lines at intersections rather than lane markings.