Road Signs Definitions Quiz
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What purpose do regulatory signs serve for road users?

  • They advise on directions and distances.
  • They warn about unexpected road conditions.
  • They inform about traffic laws and regulations. (correct)
  • They provide temporary hazards information.

Which of the following is NOT an example of a warning sign?

  • Narrow bridge
  • Check brakes (correct)
  • Slow down ped xing ahead
  • Railroad crossing

What type of signs provide information about services for road users?

  • Warning signs
  • Regulatory signs
  • Roadwork signs
  • Guide signs / Informative signs (correct)

What is the main function of barriers on highways?

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Which of these signs would fall under the category of special instruction signs?

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What color is used as a background for STOP signs?

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Which color is typically used for roadwork signs?

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What does 'carriageway' refer to in transportation engineering?

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Which of the following colors is used for service signs?

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How is a 'lane' defined in the context of transportation engineering?

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What is the purpose of road markers?

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Which color is NOT used for any traffic control signs?

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What does 'intersection' refer to?

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Flashcards

Traffic Signs

Signs mounted on supports (permanent or temporary) that use words or symbols to regulate, warn, or guide drivers.

Regulatory Signs

Signs that inform drivers about traffic laws and regulations. Breaking these rules is an offense.

Warning Signs

Signs that alert drivers to potentially dangerous conditions ahead.

Guide Signs

Informative signs that provide directions, distances, locations of services, and points of interest.

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Roadwork Signs

Signs warning of temporary hazards due to road construction or maintenance.

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Road Marker

A traffic control device marked on the road surface to guide, warn, or regulate traffic. It can be used alone or with other signs or signals.

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Road

The entire surface of a street open to traffic, including the shoulder and sidewalk.

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Highway

A public thoroughfare, boulevard, or avenue, excluding private roads.

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Carriageway

The part of the road intended for vehicular traffic.

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Lane

A longitudinal strip of the carriageway, with or without markings, for traffic flow.

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Intersection

Where two or more roads cross at the same level, including open areas.

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Built-up Area

An area with many roads and buildings, typically signposted.

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Domestic Legislation

All the laws and regulations in a country, including national and local rules.

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Study Notes

Road Terms & Definitions

  • ROAD SIGNS: Devices mounted on a fixed support (permanent signs) or portable support (temporary signs) conveying a specific message using words or symbols for regulating, warning, or guiding traffic. Disregarding signs constitutes an offense.
  • STOP SIGNS: Signs that inform road users of traffic laws and regulations.
  • SPECIAL INSTRUCTION SIGNS: Signs instructing road users to meet specific traffic rule requirements, such as use, trucks, check brakes, reduce speed, and more.
  • WARNING SIGNS: Warn road users of conditions on or adjacent to the road that may be unexpected or hazardous.
  • GUIDE SIGNS/INFORMATIVE SIGNS: Inform and advise road users of directions, distances, routes, or location of services, points of interest.
  • ROADWORK SIGNS: Warn or advise of temporary hazardous conditions, that could endanger road users or the men and equipment engaged on roadwork.
  • OVERHEAD SIGNS: Provide means of displaying essential traffic information on wide multi-lane roads, where some degree of lane control is required, or where side-of-road clearance is insufficient to accommodate a road sign.
  • BARRIERS: Impediments designed to protect vehicles, minimize damage to workers, and reduce pedestrian injuries.

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Test your knowledge of various road signs and their meanings with this quiz. Dive into definitions of stop signs, warning signs, and guide signs, and understand their importance in traffic regulation. Perfect for anyone looking to enhance their road safety awareness.

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