Road Signs and Traffic Signals Overview

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What does the sign 'Pavement Ends' indicate?

  • The pavement ahead narrows
  • Yield to other traffic
  • Always stop completely
  • Expect a change in the road surface (correct)

What should you do when you see the 'Road Narrows' sign?

  • Yield to other traffic
  • Always stop completely
  • The pavement ahead narrows (correct)
  • Speed up

What action is required when you see the 'Yield' sign?

  • Yield to other traffic (correct)
  • Always stop completely
  • Watch for men working
  • Slow down for a left curve

What does the 'Stop' sign require drivers to do?

<p>Always stop completely (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should drivers do when they encounter the 'Left Curve' sign?

<p>Slow down for a left curve (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Low Clearance' sign indicate?

<p>Your load must not exceed a height of 12ft 6in (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when you see the 'Watch For Trucks' sign?

<p>Slow your speed and watch for trucks entering or crossing the highway (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Men Working' sign alert drivers about?

<p>Watch for men working in the path of traffic (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action is indicated by the 'Two Way Traffic' sign?

<p>Get ready to enter a two way street (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should drivers do when they encounter the 'Narrow Bridge' sign?

<p>Stay carefully in the right lane (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Shoulder Drop Off' sign warn about?

<p>Watch for a drop from the pavement edge to the shoulder (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should drivers do when they see the 'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign?

<p>Keep in the right hand lane when driving slow (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken when seeing the 'Detour' sign?

<p>Watch for a temporary route around the main road (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Bump' sign warn you about?

<p>Slow down for a sharp rise in the roadway (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'One Way' sign indicate?

<p>Go straight ahead or turn left (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should vehicles do when they encounter the 'Right/Left Curve' sign?

<p>Slow down for a right or left turn (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is advised when seeing the 'Four Way Intersection' sign?

<p>Watch right and left for other traffic (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Do Not Cross Double Yellow Line To Pass' sign indicate?

<p>Never pass another car here (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When you see the 'Railroad' sign, what should you do?

<p>Always stop (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What information does the 'School Zone' sign provide?

<p>Watch for children (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Speed Limit 55' sign indicate?

<p>Drive no faster than 55 miles per hour (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What indicates that you should 'Slow Down'?

<p>Slow down for a very dangerous intersection or curve (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Watch For Ice On Bridge' indicate?

<p>Slow down as a hazardous condition may exist on the bridge (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Circle' sign warn drivers about?

<p>Look out for a train (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Exit 25 MPH' sign indicate?

<p>Slow to 25 miles per hour to exit the expressway (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Emergency Stopping Only' sign indicate?

<p>Stop only in an emergency, such as a vehicle failure (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Circle Ahead' sign advise?

<p>Slow down for intersection built around a circle (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Road Construction Ahead' sign indicate?

<p>Watch for machinery and workers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Climbing Lane Ahead' sign indicate?

<p>Use the lane only if you drive a truck (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Downgrade In Road' sign warn about?

<p>Prepare to reduce speed for a downgrade (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Loose Gravel' sign indicate?

<p>Do not apply the brakes suddenly or make sharp turns (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Road Signs Overview

  • Pavement Ends: Indicates a change in road surface; prepare for adjustment.
  • Road Narrows: Advises that the pavement becomes narrower ahead.
  • Yield: Requirement to give way to oncoming traffic.
  • Stop: Mandates complete stop before proceeding.

Curves and Traffic Adjustments

  • Left Curve: Slow down for an approaching leftward turn.
  • Right/Left Curve: Caution for both right and left turns.
  • Winding Road: Advisory to reduce speed for multiple bends in the road.

Safety and Conditions

  • Low Clearance: Ensure vehicle height is below 12ft 6in to avoid obstruction.
  • Soft Shoulder: Caution against running off the pavement; shoulder may be soft.
  • Watch For Ice On Bridge: Extra caution in cold weather; possible icy conditions.

Traffic Directions and Intersections

  • Two Way Traffic: Prepare to enter a street with traffic in both directions.
  • Right and Left Curve: Slow down for both turns in a dual curve.
  • T Intersection: Watch for cross traffic in both directions.

Speed and Passing Regulations

  • Slower Traffic Keep Right: Slow vehicles should use the right lane.
  • Speed Limit 55: Minimum speed requirement; should not exceed 55 mph.
  • Do Not Cross Double Yellow Line To Pass: Passing prohibited in the designated zone.

Construction and Detour Alerts

  • Road Construction Ahead: Watch for workers and machinery on the road.
  • Detour: Follow temporary routes as main road may be closed.
  • End Construction: Resume normal speed limits after passing construction zone.

Special Conditions and Warnings

  • School Zone: Watch for children; reduced speed advised.
  • Men Working: Alert for workers in or near traffic paths.
  • Watch For Trucks: Be vigilant for trucks entering or crossing the roadway.

Specific Road Use Instructions

  • 35 MPH: Reduce speed to a minimum of 35 mph when approaching an unknown curve.
  • Emergency Stopping Only: Only stop your vehicle in emergencies; not for regular traffic stops.
  • Climbing Lane Ahead: Use designated lane primarily for trucks on inclines.

Miscellaneous Indicators

  • Octagon: Universal sign indicating vehicle must stop.
  • Diamond: Signifying a potential hazard or caution area ahead.
  • Circle Ahead: Signals an intersection shaped like a circle; approach with caution.

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