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What does the sign 'Reduced Speed Ahead' indicate?
What does the sign 'Reduced Speed Ahead' indicate?
What is the meaning of 'School Speed Limit'?
What is the meaning of 'School Speed Limit'?
What does a 'Stop Sign' require drivers to do?
What does a 'Stop Sign' require drivers to do?
What does the 'Yield' sign mean?
What does the 'Yield' sign mean?
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What does 'No Right Turn' signify?
What does 'No Right Turn' signify?
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What does 'No Left Turn' indicate?
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What does a 'No U-turn' sign mean?
What does a 'No U-turn' sign mean?
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What does the 'No Trucks' sign indicate?
What does the 'No Trucks' sign indicate?
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What does 'No Parking Allowed Between Posted Hours' mean?
What does 'No Parking Allowed Between Posted Hours' mean?
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What does 'Traffic Moves Only In One Direction' mean?
What does 'Traffic Moves Only In One Direction' mean?
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What does 'You May Not Overtake Another Vehicle' signify?
What does 'You May Not Overtake Another Vehicle' signify?
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What does 'You May Not Turn Right After Stopping At A Red Light' mean?
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What does 'All Traffic Must Go Left' indicate?
What does 'All Traffic Must Go Left' indicate?
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What does 'Keep To The Right Of The Upcoming Median Or Lane Divider' mean?
What does 'Keep To The Right Of The Upcoming Median Or Lane Divider' mean?
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What does 'School Zone' alert drivers about?
What does 'School Zone' alert drivers about?
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What does 'Late Merging From Right, Watch For Other Traffic' advise drivers?
What does 'Late Merging From Right, Watch For Other Traffic' advise drivers?
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What does 'Divided Highway Begins' mean?
What does 'Divided Highway Begins' mean?
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What does 'Winding Road, Multiple Curves Ahead' suggest?
What does 'Winding Road, Multiple Curves Ahead' suggest?
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What does 'Road Turns Right' indicate?
What does 'Road Turns Right' indicate?
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What does 'School Crossing' signify?
What does 'School Crossing' signify?
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What does 'Playground' alert drivers to?
What does 'Playground' alert drivers to?
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What does 'Divided Highway Ends' mean?
What does 'Divided Highway Ends' mean?
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What does 'Crossroad Ahead' signify?
What does 'Crossroad Ahead' signify?
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What does 'Road Curves Right' indicate?
What does 'Road Curves Right' indicate?
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What does 'Pedestrian Crossing' mean?
What does 'Pedestrian Crossing' mean?
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What does 'Traffic Signal Ahead' indicate?
What does 'Traffic Signal Ahead' indicate?
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What does 'Circular Intersection Ahead' signify?
What does 'Circular Intersection Ahead' signify?
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What does 'Stop Ahead' alert drivers about?
What does 'Stop Ahead' alert drivers about?
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What does 'Right Lane Ends - Road Narrows' signify?
What does 'Right Lane Ends - Road Narrows' signify?
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What does 'Traffic May Flow On Both Sides Of Sign' mean?
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What does 'Two-Way Traffic' indicate?
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What does 'Road Slippery When Wet' mean?
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What does 'Deer Crossing' indicate?
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What does 'Road Entering From The Right' signify?
What does 'Road Entering From The Right' signify?
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What does 'Road Ends At Junctions' indicate?
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What does 'Railroad Crossing Ahead' signify?
What does 'Railroad Crossing Ahead' signify?
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What does 'Area Off Paved Road Is Soft Dirt Hazardous' mean?
What does 'Area Off Paved Road Is Soft Dirt Hazardous' mean?
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What does 'You May Not Cross the Yellow Line' indicate?
What does 'You May Not Cross the Yellow Line' indicate?
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What does 'Maximum Height' warn drivers about?
What does 'Maximum Height' warn drivers about?
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What does 'Added Lane' signify?
What does 'Added Lane' signify?
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What does 'Interstate Highway Route Marker' show?
What does 'Interstate Highway Route Marker' show?
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What does the blue sign 'Information' represent?
What does the blue sign 'Information' represent?
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What does 'Gas' signify?
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What does 'Telephone' indicate?
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What does 'Food' indicate?
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What does 'Massachusetts State Highway Route Marker' indicate?
What does 'Massachusetts State Highway Route Marker' indicate?
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What does 'Junction With A Numbered Route Ahead' signify?
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What does 'Highway Mile Markers' show?
What does 'Highway Mile Markers' show?
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What does 'Hospital' indicate?
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What does 'Destination Directions' represent?
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What does 'Destination Distances, In Miles' indicate?
What does 'Destination Distances, In Miles' indicate?
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What does 'Parking Facilities' signify?
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What does 'Lodging' indicate?
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What does 'Picnic Area' signify?
What does 'Picnic Area' signify?
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What does 'Notice of Highway Exits, In Miles' indicate?
What does 'Notice of Highway Exits, In Miles' indicate?
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What does 'Freeway Interchange Sign' indicate?
What does 'Freeway Interchange Sign' indicate?
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What does 'Access For Those With Disabilities' signify?
What does 'Access For Those With Disabilities' signify?
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What does 'Bay State Greenway' refer to?
What does 'Bay State Greenway' refer to?
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What does 'Point Of Interest' signify?
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What does 'Bike Route Signs' indicate?
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What does 'Motorist Service' signify?
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Study Notes
Regulatory Signs
- Reduced Speed Ahead: Indicates that drivers should prepare to reduce speed for upcoming conditions.
- School Speed Limit: Specifies reduced speed limits in school zones to ensure safety.
- Stop Sign: A regulatory sign requiring drivers to come to a complete stop before proceeding.
- Yield Sign: Drivers must yield to oncoming traffic or pedestrians at this regulatory sign.
- No Right Turn: Prohibits making a right turn at the intersection where the sign is posted.
- No Left Turn: Indicates that left turns are not allowed at the specified intersection.
- No U-turn: Prohibits making a U-turn at the location of the sign.
- No Trucks: Indicates a restriction on truck traffic in the area.
- No Parking Allowed Between Posted Hours: Specifies times when parking is prohibited.
- Traffic Moves Only In One Direction: Indicates the allowed direction of travel on a particular road.
- You May Not Overtake Another Vehicle: Legal restriction against passing other vehicles in the specified area.
- You May Not Turn Right After Stopping At A Red Light: Explicitly states that a right turn is not permitted after stopping at a red light.
- All Traffic Must Go Left: Directs that all vehicles must turn left at the intersection.
- Keep To The Right Of The Upcoming Median Or Lane Divider: Instructs drivers to keep right of the median or divider ahead.
Warning Signs
- School Zone: Alerts drivers of a school zone, typically requiring slower speeds.
- Late Merging From Right: Warns drivers to watch for merging traffic from the right.
- Divided Highway Begins: Indicates that the road ahead will change to a divided highway format.
- Winding Road: Cautions drivers about multiple curves ahead; reduce speed accordingly.
- Road Turns Right: A warning that the road will turn right soon.
- School Crossing: Alerts drivers to a crossing area used by school children.
- Playground: Indicates a nearby playground, requiring reduced speeds for safety.
- Divided Highway Ends: Signals that the divided highway is ending; cautious driving recommended.
- Crossroad Ahead: Warns drivers of an upcoming intersection or crossroad.
- Road Curves Right: Notifies drivers about an upcoming right curve in the road.
- Pedestrian Crossing: Alerts drivers to potential pedestrian crossings in the area.
- Traffic Signal Ahead: Indicates an upcoming traffic signal that may change.
- Circular Intersection Ahead: Warns drivers of a roundabout or circle ahead.
- Stop Ahead: Prepares drivers for an approaching stop sign.
- Right Lane Ends: Notifies drivers that the right lane will end and they must merge.
- Traffic May Flow On Both Sides Of Sign: Alerts drivers that traffic flows in both directions around the sign.
- Two-Way Traffic: Indicates that traffic rules for two-way traffic apply ahead.
- Road Slippery When Wet: Warning regarding reduced traction in wet conditions.
- Deer Crossing: Indicates an area where deer crossings may occur; drivers should be cautious.
- Road Entering From The Right: Warns of potential vehicles entering the roadway from the right.
- Road Ends At Junctions: Signals that the road will terminate at an intersection.
- Railroad Crossing Ahead: Alerts drivers of an upcoming railroad crossing; exercise caution.
- Area Off Paved Road Is Soft Dirt Hazardous: Warns of soft dirt areas that may pose hazards off the paved road.
- You May Not Cross the Yellow Line: Indicates a restriction against crossing the yellow line.
- Maximum Height: Shows the maximum allowable vehicle height for the area ahead.
- Added Lane: Notes an upcoming additional lane for traffic.
Guide & Direction Signs
- Interstate Highway Route Marker: Indicates the route of the interstate highway.
- Information Sign: Typically blue, provides general informational guidance.
- Gas Sign: Indicates nearby gas stations.
- Telephone Sign: Marks the presence of telephone services nearby.
- Food Sign: Directs travelers to nearby food services; sign is blue.
- Massachusetts State Highway Route Marker: Represents Massachusetts state highway routes.
- Junction With A Numbered Route Ahead: Signals an upcoming junction with a numbered route.
- Highway Mile Markers: Provides mile marker information on highways for distance tracking.
- Hospital Sign: Indicates nearby hospital facilities.
- Destination Directions: Guides drivers towards specific destinations.
- Destination Distances, In Miles: Shows the distances to various destinations in miles.
- Parking Facilities Sign: Informs about available parking options nearby.
- Lodging Sign: Indicates nearby lodging or accommodation options.
- Picnic Area Sign: Blue sign showing designated picnic areas; typically has a tree icon.
- Notice of Highway Exits, In Miles: Provides distance to the next highway exit.
- Freeway Interchange Sign: Indicates upcoming freeway interchanges for route changes.
- Access For Those With Disabilities: Shows facilities accessible for individuals with disabilities.
- Bay State Greenway: Marks routes designated as the Bay State Greenway.
- Point Of Interest Sign: Highlights nearby points of interest (e.g., tourist attractions).
- Bike Route Signs: Indicates designated routes for bicycles.
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Test your knowledge of important road signs with these flashcards designed for the Massachusetts permit test. Each card focuses on a specific sign, helping you understand their meanings and regulations. Boost your confidence as you prepare for your driving test!