You may cross a double yellow line to pass another vehicle if the yellow line next to your side of the road is what?

Crossing a double yellow line to pass another vehicle is permitted when the yellow line next to your side of the road is a broken line. This regulation is designed to enhance safety by clearly indicating where passing is allowed. The broken line signifies that you may enter the opposing lane of traffic to overtake another vehicle, provided it is safe to do so.

If the line next to your side were solid, it would indicate that passing is not allowed, emphasizing the importance of adhering to the signs provided by road markings to ensure safe driving practices. Double solid lines reinforce this rule by indicating a strict prohibition against changing lanes for passing in either direction. Dashed lines, while indicating permissible lane changes, may not necessarily apply to situations involving double lines. Thus, the presence of a broken line next to your side serves as the clear and safe indicator that allows for crossing the double yellow line for passing purposes.