Pavement Lane Markings, Traffic Control, and RR Crossings Quiz

Road Markings and Signs

• Yellow center lines indicate the separation of traffic moving in opposite directions.
• A broken yellow line alongside a solid yellow line means passing is allowed in the direction of the broken line.
• Drivers are allowed to cross double solid yellow lines only when turning into a driveway, private road, or entrance.

Lane Separation

• Broken white lines separate lanes of traffic traveling in the same direction.
• Solid white lines indicate lanes where lane changes are discouraged.

Lane Guidance

• Arrows on white lines indicate the direction of traffic flow.
• Broken white lines on the road indicate that lane changes are permitted.

Railroad Crossings

• The purpose of advance warning signs at railroad crossings is to alert drivers of an upcoming crossing.
• When encountering a crossbuck sign, drivers are legally required to look out for an oncoming train and be prepared to stop.
• The sign below the crossbuck sign at a railroad crossing with multiple tracks indicates the number of tracks.
• When flashing red lights and bells are activated at a railroad crossing, drivers must stop.
• According to Virginia law, drivers must stop at least 15 feet from the nearest rail when approaching a railroad crossing with activated warning devices.
• Drivers are not required to stop at a railroad crossing when a human flagger is not present and no warning devices are activated.
• Many highway-rail crossings use automatic warning devices, such as flashing lights and bells.
• The purpose of the crossbuck sign at a railroad crossing is to indicate the presence of a crossing.
• If a human flagger is warning of an approaching train at a railroad crossing, drivers should stop immediately.
• The purpose of pavement markings at a railroad crossing is to guide drivers over the crossing safely.

Test your knowledge on pavement lane markings which provide instructions to guide motorists and regulate traffic. Learn about center lines, edge lines, lane lines, and symbols painted on the pavement, and understand the meanings behind different colors and combinations of markings.