Guyana Traffic Regulations: Chapter 51:02
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What is the minimum effective diameter of the lens of a light signal?

  • 8 inches (correct)
  • 7 inches
  • 10 inches
  • 6 inches

What is the maximum height of the center of the green lens from the road?

  • 7 feet 6 inches
  • 9 feet
  • 8 feet
  • 10 feet (correct)

What is the color of the stop line on the road surface?

  • Red
  • Green
  • Blue
  • Yellow or White (correct)

What is the width of the stop line on the road surface?

<p>5 inches (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many lights are used facing the stream of traffic?

<p>3 lights (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is written on the lenses of the lamp showing a red light?

<p>STOP (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the arrangement of the lamps showing colored lights?

<p>Vertical (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the signs set out in the Third Schedule?

<p>To provide information to users of the highway (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of using light signals in pedestrian traffic?

<p>To indicate the period during which pedestrians should cross the road (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What color scheme is used for the symbols, letters, and numbers on traffic signs?

<p>Black upon a white ground (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of lines may be placed on road surfaces to indicate the proximity of street refugees and fire hydrants?

<p>Broken lines (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What color lights are used for pedestrian traffic signals when used in conjunction with vehicular traffic signals?

<p>Red and green lights only (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is it permitted to use signs of a smaller size, as illustrated in diagram (22) of the Third Schedule?

<p>When the width of the road surface is temporarily restricted (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is displayed on the lenses of the lamps showing a red light?

<p>DON'T WALK (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of lines on road surfaces indicating the position beyond which vehicular traffic should not proceed?

<p>To control traffic flow when required to stop by a Police Constable (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the arrangement of lamps when used in conjunction with vehicular traffic signals?

<p>Two lamps arranged vertically (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for contravening or failing to comply with these regulations?

<p>Fine of one hundred and fifty dollars (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of traffic control signs, as specified in the Third Schedule?

<p>To control traffic flow (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of lines on road surfaces indicating the course of direction to be taken by vehicular traffic?

<p>To demarcate lanes for traffic (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the words 'WALK' on the lamps?

<p>To indicate when pedestrians should cross the road (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the arrangement of lamps when the upper lamp bears the words 'DON'T WALK'?

<p>Two lamps arranged vertically (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of lines on road surfaces indicating the prohibition or restriction of parking?

<p>To demarcate lanes for traffic (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the plate or other attachment to the signal?

<p>To display the words 'WALK' or 'DON'T WALK' (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Minimum Lens Diameter (Light Signal)

The smallest acceptable diameter for a light signal lens.

Maximum Green Lens Height

The highest point the green light lens can be from the road.

Stop Line Color

The color of the line marking where vehicles should stop.

Stop Line Width

The width of the marked area for stopping vehicles.

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Number of Lights (Traffic)

The amount of lights facing the traffic flow.

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Red Light Sign

The message displayed on red light lenses.

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Lamp Arrangement (Colored Lights)

The layout of lamps in pedestrian signals.

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Third Schedule Sign Purpose

The primary function of highway signs in the Third Schedule.

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Light Signal Purpose (Pedestrian)

The reason for using light signals in pedestrian areas.

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Traffic Sign Color Scheme

The combination of colors used on signs for clarity.

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Road Surface Lines (Proximity)

The type of line used for street features.

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Pedestrian Signal Colors

The colors used for signals when paired with vehicle signals.

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Smaller Sign Use Conditions

Situations when smaller signs are permitted.

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Red Light Message (Pedestrian)

Sign displayed on a red light to pedestrians.

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Road Line Purpose (Vehicle Stopping)

Lines indicating vehicular traffic boundaries.

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Lamp Arrangement (Vehicle Signal Pairs)

Arrangement of lamps when combined for vehicle signals.

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Traffic Regulation Penalty

The penalty for violating traffic regulations.

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Traffic Signs Role

Purpose of traffic control signs in general.

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Road Line Purpose (Direction)

Use of lines to guide vehicle direction.

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WALK Sign Purpose

What the 'WALK' sign indicates to pedestrians.

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Lamp Arrangement (DON'T WALK)

Signal arrangement showing 'DON'T WALK' to pedestrians.

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Road Line Purpose (Parking)

Lines on surfaces that prohibit parking.

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Signal Plate Attachment Purpose

The role of attachments to display 'WALK' or 'DON'T WALK'.

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Study Notes

Traffic Signs and Signals

  • Traffic signs must conform to diagrams set out in the Third Schedule.
  • Signs give information to highway users for specified purposes listed in the Third Schedule.
  • Notices can be used in conjunction with signs to indicate limitations.

Road Works and Traffic Control

  • Special signs may be used during road works or when the road surface is temporarily restricted.
  • Lines on road surfaces can indicate:
    • Where vehicular traffic should not proceed when required to stop.
    • The course of direction for vehicular traffic.
    • Lanes for traffic.
    • Proximity of street refugees and fire hydrants.
    • Crossing places for pedestrians.
    • Parking restrictions and bus stops.

Light Signals

  • Light signals can be used to indicate when pedestrians should or should not cross the road.
  • Red and green lights only are used for pedestrian signals, with "DON'T WALK" on red lights and "WALK" on green lights.
  • Light signals for vehicular traffic have three colors: red, amber, and green.
  • The sequence of signal lights is: green, amber, red, green.

Stop Lines

  • A stop line may be placed on the road surface to indicate where vehicular traffic must stop when required to do so by light signals.
  • The stop line must be yellow or white and can be painted or made of metal or other suitable material.
  • The width of the stop line is five inches.

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