Which condition allows a turn from a lane not at the far edge?

• A. When pavement markings or signs say otherwise
• B. Only in emergencies
• C. When traffic is light
• D. When you are in the bike lane

Answer: (A)

Turning lanes are guided by pavement markings and signs, which tell you exactly which lane you may use for a turn. The correct choice is that you can turn from a lane not at the far edge only if pavement markings or signs say it’s allowed. Those markings override usual expectations and designate where turns from non-edge lanes are permitted. As you approach an intersection, look for arrows, turn-signs, or lane-use markings that show a non-edge lane may be used for a turn. If there’s no indication, stay in the appropriate edge lane for your turn and merge into the correct lane before the intersection. The other ideas—turning only in emergencies, when traffic is light, or simply because you’re in a bike lane—do not authorize turning from a non-edge lane.