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You drive on a two-lane road just below the top of a hill and see that you missed your turn. You cannot see past the hilltop. No sign bans U-turns, and no car is in sight. What should you do?
A approaches the crest of a hill. The road beyond the hilltop is hidden; no U-turn route is shown.
Correct answer: Drive on to a place with a clear view both ways, then turn around
Why
Washington generally allows U-turns where no sign bans them, but only when the turn is safe and does not interfere with other traffic. A curve or a hill crest hides your car from approaching drivers. State law bans a U-turn in those places when a driver who approaches from either direction cannot see your vehicle within 500 feet.
Verified against Washington Driver Guide · 4.14 Turning: U-turns · p. 124, 108
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