On a two lane Hwy and its a solid yellow line. Never on a curve when you cant see apposing traffic. Just drive safely and everyone will be better off.
When one pleasure craft is overtaking another, the vessel being overtaken has the right of way and should stand on, maintaining its course and speed. The overtaking vessel must give way to avoid a collision. This rule is in accordance with maritime navigation regulations, ensuring safe passage on the water.
The overtaking craft should give way, as the overtaking craft should be the one with the most control, as it is initiating the move.
the one on the port
I would add that a smaller boat overtaking a larger boat or ship should always give way or alter its course because a larger boat or ship cannot quickly slow down or change its course. The larger vessel already underway should continue, without the added concern of an overtaking smaller boat causing a collision.
The vessel overtaking another vessel
When overtaking another power-driven vessel, you should ensure that you have a clear understanding of the other vessel's course and speed. Use sound signals to indicate your intentions, typically one short blast to indicate you're altering course to starboard. Maintain a safe distance and speed to avoid collisions, and always keep a lookout for any potential hazards. Finally, ensure that your overtaking maneuver is completed safely and promptly, returning to your original course once clear.
mirror signal maneuver
Two parallel white lines on the road mean there is no overtaking by people on either side of the road, however one side will have a broken white line ahead. Only this side of the road are allowed to overtake.
Rule 13-International Overtaking (a) Notwithstanding anything contained in the rules of this section any vessel overtaking any other shall keep out of the way of the vessel being overtaken . In other words the vessel being overtaken is the stand-on vessel and the overtaking is the giveway vessel.
If you are the stand-on vessel while overtaking, it means that you have the right of way and should maintain your course and speed. The give-way vessel, which is the one being overtaken, must take action to avoid a collision. The stand-on vessel should be vigilant and prepared to take evasive action if necessary, especially if the give-way vessel does not take appropriate measures to ensure safety. Proper communication and adherence to navigation rules are essential in such situations.
Rule 13-International Overtaking (a) Notwithstanding anything contained in the rules of this section any vessel overtaking any other shall keep out of the way of the vessel being overtaken . In other words the vessel being overtaken is the stand-on vessel and the overtaking is the giveway vessel.
You must also stop. Especially if by overtaking you risk running down the pedestrian! One should always drive with consideration to other road user, be they a car that has stopped (you may not be aware why the car has stopped!), pedestrians, cyclists, horse-riders, etc.