NCDMV Road Signs Flashcards for Easy Learning

Questions and Answers

What does a Stop sign indicate?

Turn left

Yield

Keep going

Stop your vehicle (correct)

What does a Yield sign indicate?

Slow your car or fully stop (correct)

One way

No left turn

No turns allowed

What should you not do under a Speed Limit sign?

Drive above the limit (correct)

Drive below the limit

Change lanes

Turn around

What does a 'Do Not Enter' sign mean?

You are not allowed to enter the area. Signup and view all the answers

What does a sign that allows you to only turn left indicate?

Only allowed to turn left. Signup and view all the answers

What does a sign indicating 'Keep Left' mean?

You must stay in the left lane. Signup and view all the answers

What does a 'One Way' sign indicate?

Traffic flows only in the direction of the arrow. Signup and view all the answers

What does a 'No Right Turns Permitted' sign mean?

Right turns are not allowed. Signup and view all the answers

What does a 'No Turns Allowed' sign indicate?

No turns are allowed. Signup and view all the answers

What does the sign 'Do Not Stop on Tracks' indicate?

Do not stop on railroad tracks. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Slower Traffic Keep Right' mean?

Faster traffic should take the left lane. Signup and view all the answers

What does an 'Emergency Parking Only' sign indicate?

Only vehicles in emergencies may park there. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'One Hour Parking 9am-7pm' indicate?

Parking is allowed for one hour during the specified times. Signup and view all the answers

What does a sign stating 'No Parking Bus Stop' mean?

Parking is not allowed at bus stops. Signup and view all the answers

What does a 'Cattle Crossing' sign indicate?

Watch for cattle crossing the road. Signup and view all the answers

Do not pass another vehicle within ___ feet of a railroad crossing.

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What does a 'Hill' sign indicate?

There is a hill Signup and view all the answers

A 'No Passing Zone' sign allows overtaking other vehicles.

False Signup and view all the answers

Match the following road signs with their meanings:

Yield = Slow your car or fully stop Stop = Stop your vehicle No U-Turn = No U-turns allowed One Way = Traffic flows only in the direction of the arrow Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Road Signs Overview

Stop: Requires drivers to halt their vehicles completely at an intersection or designated area.
Yield: Indicates that drivers should slow down and either stop if necessary to let other vehicles or pedestrians pass.
Speed Limit: Marks the maximum speed drivers are allowed to travel in a given area.

Traffic Control Signs

Do Not Enter: Prohibits entry into a roadway or area.
Left Turn Only: Signifies that drivers can make only a left turn from that lane.
Straight or Left Only: Drivers can either proceed straight or turn left; no right turns allowed.
Traffic Must Turn Left: Signals that vehicles in the left lane are required to turn left ahead.
No Left Turn: Indicates that a left turn is not permissible at the specified intersection.
One Way: Traffic is permitted to flow only in the direction indicated by the arrow.
Keep Left: Directs vehicles to stay in the left lane unless otherwise indicated.

Regulatory Notices

No Right Turns Permitted: Clarifies that making a right turn is prohibited.
No Turns Allowed: Indicates that turns in any direction are not allowed.
No U-Turns: Prohibits making a U-turn at the intersection.
Double Left Turns: Designates lanes where double left turns are allowed.
Keep Off Median: Regulatory sign advising motorists to stay clear of the median area.
Do Not Pass Near Railroad: Indicates that passing other vehicles is prohibited within a certain distance of a railroad crossing.

Traffic Conditions & Restrictions

Slower Traffic Keep Right: Advises slower-moving vehicles to stay in the right lane to maintain smooth traffic flow.
Emergency Parking Only: Designates areas strictly for emergency vehicle parking.
Parking Restrictions: Includes signs such as "One Hour Parking 9am-7pm" and "No Parking Bus Stop" indicating time-limited and truck-specific parking rules.
One-way Street: Indicates that traffic can only move in the direction shown by the arrow.

Hazard Warnings

Railroad Crossing: Marks the location where a railway intersects a roadway.
Do Not Stop On Tracks: Advises drivers against stopping their vehicles on railroad tracks.
Merging Traffic: Warns drivers that traffic will merge into their lane from another road.
Lane Drop: Indicates that the right lane will end soon, advising drivers to merge when possible.
Deer, Cattle Crossings: Warns of potential animal crossings that may pose risks to vehicles.

Roadway Conditions

Divided Highway: Denotes a roadway with lanes divided by a physical barrier.
Two-way Traffic: Indicates that traffic flows in both directions.
Slippery When Wet: Alerts drivers of potential slippery conditions during rain or weather changes.
Low Clearance: Warns of height restrictions, advising taller vehicles to proceed carefully.

Travel Guidance Signs

Winding Road: Alerts drivers to expect curves or bends in the road ahead.
School Zone: Indicates a school area nearby, requiring lower speed limits and increased caution.
Rest Area Ahead: Advises drivers looking for a place to stop and rest during their journey.
Cross Road Ahead: Warns of intersections with other roads, requiring caution when approaching.

Understanding and obeying these signs is essential for safe driving and compliance with traffic regulations.

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Test your knowledge of road signs with these NC DMV flashcards. Each card features a key traffic sign, its meaning, and what action drivers must take. Perfect for anyone preparing for the driver's test or wanting to enhance their road safety awareness.