Are double white dashed lines stop and yield lines?
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Double white dashed lines are deceleration yield lines, and vehicles may cross them. Below is relevant information about stop and yield: Meaning: "Stop and Yield" is a traffic prohibition sign, featuring an octagon with the word "STOP" in the center. It means that at an intersection, vehicles must stop at the stop line, observe, and then proceed. It indicates that vehicles must stop beyond the stop line to look and confirm safety before being allowed to proceed. Installation scenarios: Stop and yield signs are installed under the following circumstances: (1) At intersections where minor roads intersect with major roads with heavy traffic; (2) At unattended railway crossings; (3) Other locations where installation is necessary.
I've been driving on the road for over twenty years, and double white dashed lines are definitely not stop-and-yield lines. They are separation lines between lanes, allowing you to freely change lanes under safe conditions. Stop-and-yield lines are usually a single white solid line or a dedicated stop sign at an intersection, requiring you to come to a complete stop and observe. Confusing these is very dangerous. Once, while driving, I saw someone mistakenly treating double white dashed lines as a stopping point, which almost resulted in a rear-end collision. I recommend everyone to learn more about road markings—safe driving is the fundamental goal. When driving, always pay attention to changes in road conditions to avoid accidents caused by misunderstandings.
