You are driving 55 MPH on a two-lane highway, one lane in each direction, and want to pass the vehicle ahead of you. To pass safely, you need to:

Have a large enough gap in the oncoming traffic.
Increase your speed to at least 60 MPH.
Follow closely behind the vehicle until you are ready to pass.
Wait until solid double, yellow lines separate the lanes.
Explanation

When passing on a two-lane highway, you must ensure there is enough space between you and oncoming traffic to safely complete the pass without causing a hazard. This large gap allows you to accelerate, pass the vehicle, and return to your lane without cutting off or colliding with oncoming traffic.

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