DKTKey points on line markings for the South Australia learner test. Each answer is checked against the official South Australia handbook or road rules; use the practice-question links to test yourself.
May you cross this line to overtake?
Answer: No, you must not cross a single continuous line to overtake
A single continuous dividing line may be crossed only for specific reasons, such as entering or leaving the road, not to overtake.
Practice question 188 · official source
May you cross double continuous lines like these to overtake?
Answer: No, you may not cross double continuous lines to overtake
Double continuous lines mean overtaking across them is not allowed, even if the road looks clear.
Practice question 189 · official source
A broken white line runs down the middle of the road. When may you cross it to overtake?
Answer: When you can see the road ahead is clear and it is safe
Where the dividing line is broken, you may cross it to overtake if you have a clear view and it is safe.
Practice question 190 · official source
What is the main purpose of a white edge line?
Answer: To show where the road edge is, especially at night or in poor light
Edge lines help you see the road edge and keep your vehicle on the road.
Practice question 191 · official source
A person steps onto this marked crossing as you approach. What must you do?
Answer: Slow down and give way, stopping if necessary
A driver must give way to any pedestrian on a pedestrian crossing, slowing down and stopping if needed to avoid a collision.
Practice question 236 · official source
How far before a pedestrian crossing must you not stop or park (unless a sign allows it)?
Answer: 20 metres
You must not stop on a pedestrian crossing, within 20 metres before it, or within 10 metres after it.
Practice question 238 · official source
A continuous yellow line runs along the kerb or edge of the road. What does it mean?
Answer: You must not stop there
A continuous yellow edge line means no stopping.