When is it safe to pass another vehicle?
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When you are entering a curve and there are no oncoming vehicles.
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When you are driving through an intersection and there are no oncoming vehicles.
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When you feel confident enough to do so.
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When signs and/or markings permit passing other vehicles.
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Explanation
Passing another vehicle should only be done when it's safe and legally permitted. Signs and road markings are essential indicators of when passing is allowed. Passing in no-passing zones or when visibility is limited can be dangerous and increase the risk of accidents. Therefore, it's crucial to adhere to signs and markings indicating when passing is permitted.
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