Question 727 in the bank

Which is the correct lane for turning left?

Driver's view of a two-lane street; a red arrow curves left; blue signs show white upward arrows; green left dashboard arrow is lit.
  1. It doesn’t matter which lane.
  2. Always the right lane.
  3. Correct answer: The left hand lane.
  4. The lane that is more open.

Why this is the answer

The correct answer in the official bank: The left hand lane.

Before turning left, signal and move into the left hand lane in good time, then make the turn from there. Turning from the right lane or from whichever lane is more open would mean crossing other lanes during the turn and cutting across other vehicles, which is dangerous. The rule is to choose your lane by the direction you intend to go, not by traffic.

Topic: Rules and regulations. The bank marks it for these classes: Light truck (C1), Heavy truck (C), Bus (D), Motorcycle (A), Tractor (1), Private car (B).