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Texas DPS Road Signs Flashcards
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Texas DPS Road Signs Flashcards

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What should you do at a 'yield to other traffic' sign?

  • Give way to other vehicles (correct)
  • Proceed without stopping
  • Stop immediately
  • Accelerate quickly

    • You must always stop completely at a stop sign.

    True

    What should you do when approaching a 'slow down for a right curve' sign?

    Reduce speed

    What is the maximum height for loads indicated by the sign?

    <p>12 ft. 6 in.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you be cautious of when you see a construction sign?

    <p>Watch for a flagman controlling speed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you prepare for when you see a 'get ready to enter a two-way street' sign?

    <p>Watch for oncoming traffic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do near a bridge that accommodates only two lanes of traffic?

    <p>Stay well in your lane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do in wet weather to avoid accidents?

    <p>Be very careful to avoid skidding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You should keep in the left lane when driving slow.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do as you approach a downgrade?

    <p>Prepare to reduce speed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the sign indicating 'Texas Highway 235 runs right and left ahead' signify?

    <p>The highway branches off to the right and left.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do when approaching a 'slow down for a sharp rise in the roadway' sign?

    <p>Reduce speed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When you see a sign that states 'go straight ahead or turn right', what are your options?

    <p>Continue straight or make a right turn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do when signaled to slow down for a right and left curve?

    <p>Reduce speed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'watch right and left for other traffic' sign imply?

    <p>Be vigilant and check for vehicles coming from either side</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the sign 'never pass another vehicle at this location' indicate?

    <p>It is unsafe to overtake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'the pavement ahead narrows' signify?

    <p>The road will become narrower</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action should you take for a sign indicating 'slow down for a low place in the road'?

    <p>Reduce your speed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do when you see a 'look out for a train' sign?

    <p>Be alert to potential oncoming trains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'watch out for crossroad traffic' mean?

    <p>Be prepared for vehicles crossing your path</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a sign that highlights 'watch for a very dangerous crossing' indicate?

    <p>Exercise extreme caution at the crossing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'slow down—a hazardous condition may exist on the bridge' mean?

    <p>Be cautious; the bridge may be unsafe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do when preparing to 'turn right or left' as indicated by the sign?

    <p>Get ready to change lanes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do when a sign indicates 'slow down for a winding road'?

    <p>Proceed with caution and reduce speed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action should you take when you see a 'slow down as you are near a school' sign?

    <p>Reduce speed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do when a sign directs you to 'follow a temporary route to the left'?

    <p>Take the indicated left route</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you be cautious of when a sign states 'watch for machinery and workers'?

    <p>Be alert for construction personnel and equipment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a sign that says 'look for detour, road closed' indicate?

    <p>Prepare for an alternate route due to road closure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you reduce your speed to when approaching a curve as indicated by the sign?

    <p>At least 35 miles per hour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Applying brakes suddenly is safe when turning.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is cautioned near a sign that states 'watch for trucks entering or crossing the highway ahead'?

    <p>Be prepared for trucks merging into your lane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you be cautious about when seeing a sign that says 'watch for side road traffic to the right'?

    <p>Be alert for vehicles entering from side roads</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a sign that says 'left turns are prohibited at this intersection' indicate?

    <p>It is illegal to turn left</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do when a sign states 'drive to the right'?

    <p>Stay in the right lane of the roadway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum speed limit shown in a sign that says 'drive no faster than 55 miles per hour day or night'?

    <p>55 miles per hour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you be prepared to do when you see a sign saying 'be ready to yield to other traffic entering your lane'?

    <p>Allow other vehicles to merge into your lane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a sign indicating 'prepare to merge into only one lane of traffic' mean?

    <p>Be ready to consolidate into a single lane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do when notified by a sign to 'slow down, watch for people crossing the street on foot'?

    <p>Be vigilant and reduce speed around crosswalks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a sign that simply states 'stop' require you to do?

    <p>Come to a complete stop</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a sign indicating 'stay on the right-hand side of the road and watch approaching traffic' suggest?

    <p>Keep to the right and be vigilant for other vehicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do when you see a sign instructing you to 'slow down for a right and left turn'?

    <p>Reduce speed and check for traffic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the advised speed to 'slow to 35 miles per hour to exit expressway'?

    <p>35 miles per hour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do upon seeing a sign that says 'watch right and left for cross traffic'?

    <p>Be attentive to vehicles crossing your path</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a sign indicating 'expect a change in the road surface' advise you to do?

    <p>Be aware that the road condition is about to change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do when a sign advises you to 'look for a detour or turn around and go back'?

    <p>Follow the detour or safely turn around</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you be cautious of when a sign states 'watch for a sharp drop from the pavement edge to the shoulder'?

    <p>Be careful of the transition from road to shoulder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you prepare for when a sign says 'prepare for a reduction in traffic lanes ahead'?

    <p>Traffic lanes are about to decrease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean when you see a sign that highlights 'stop only in an emergency, such as a vehicle failure'?

    <p>You should only stop in urgent situations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you remember when a sign states 'understand that you are on a short state highway in a city or urban area'?

    <p>This reflects possible rapid changes in traffic conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a sign saying 'pass either side of sign—divided roadway ahead' signify?

    <p>You can overtake on either side because the roadway is divided</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the advised speed indicated by a sign that states 'drive no faster than 35 miles per hour for the turn ahead'?

    <p>35 miles per hour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You should always look out for trains when you see the corresponding sign.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the sign stating 'the center lane is used for left turns only' indicate?

    <p>Directs vehicles to use the center lane for turning left</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a sign stating 'vehicles must not exceed the shown speed limit when the yellow light flashes' indicate?

    <p>That speed limits apply when the yellow light is on</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'left turn permitted, on green arrow, as approaching traffic is direct...' indicate?

    <p>Left turns are allowed when a green arrow shows</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Yielding and Stopping

    • Yield to other traffic to ensure safe merging and entering.
    • Always make a complete stop at stop signs to prevent accidents.

    Road Conditions and Cautions

    • Slow down ahead of right curves to navigate safely.
    • Be aware that loads must not exceed 12 ft. 6 in. in height to comply with legal limits.
    • Avoid running off the pavement; stay alert to maintain control.
    • Watch for construction zones and flagmen who manage speed and safety.

    Lane Usage and Traffic Awareness

    • Prepare to enter a two-way street; stay vigilant.
    • Keep well within your lane on narrow bridges, accommodating only two lanes of traffic.
    • Take extra care to avoid skidding during wet weather to maintain traction.

    Speed and Movement

    • Drive in the right-hand lane when traveling at slower speeds to keep traffic flowing.
    • Be ready to slow down for downhill grades to control speed.
    • Understand Texas Highway 235 intersects in both directions ahead.
    • Slow down for sharp rises in the road to adjust your speed accordingly.
    • Follow instructions for straight or right turns as indicated by signage.
    • Anticipate both right and left curves, adjusting speed accordingly.

    Traffic Signals and Hazards

    • Stay alert for potential traffic from side streets.
    • Be cautious of train crossings and ensure the area is clear before proceeding.
    • Recognize hazardous crossings with warning signs to prevent accidents.

    Driving Best Practices

    • Slow down when nearing schools for the safety of pedestrians.
    • Take the temporary route if directed, indicating possible detours ahead.
    • Maintain a speed of at least 35 miles per hour when approaching curves for safe navigation.

    Intersection and Merging Regulations

    • Do not switch lanes or brake suddenly in heavy traffic to avoid collisions.
    • Expect trucks to enter or cross the highway; remain cautious.
    • Check for side roads before proceeding to avoid unexpected traffic.
    • Observe all signs regarding prohibited turns, such as left turns at intersections.
    • Drive on the right-hand side to conform to traffic flow regulations.
    • Abide by the speed limit of 55 miles per hour, both day and night.

    Emergency and Informational Signs

    • Be prepared to yield to other vehicles merging into your lane.
    • Familiarize yourself with upcoming single-lane traffic due to construction or roadwork.
    • Recognize that stopping should only occur in emergencies, like vehicle breakdowns.

    Urban and Divided Roadway Navigations

    • Acknowledge you are navigating on a short state highway within an urban area.
    • Be mindful of divided roadways where passing rules differ, ensuring safe overtaking.
    • Maintain a maximum speed of 35 miles per hour while navigating turns for optimal safety.

    Miscellaneous Safety Tips

    • Be cautious of sudden changes in the road surface that may affect vehicle handling.
    • Detect detours early to ensure a smooth transition away from closed roads.
    • Watch for sharp drops from pavement edges to the shoulder, which can pose a hazard.

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