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What should a driver do when approaching a stop sign?
What should a driver do when approaching a stop sign?
- Bring the vehicle to a complete halt at the stop line (correct)
- Slow down but keep moving if the intersection is clear
- Drive through without stopping if no cars are present
- Yield to any vehicles before stopping
Which of the following is true regarding the regulatory sign 'Yield'?
Which of the following is true regarding the regulatory sign 'Yield'?
- You can ignore it if traffic is light
- You must stop completely before proceeding
- You must give right-of-way to crossing vehicles if clear (correct)
- You should only yield if there is another vehicle present
What action is required when a driver sees a 'Do Not Enter' sign?
What action is required when a driver sees a 'Do Not Enter' sign?
- Yield to other traffic before proceeding
- Turn around and do not drive past the sign (correct)
- Continue driving but avoid speeding
- Stop and wait for a signal to proceed
In a 4-way stop, what determines which vehicle proceeds first?
In a 4-way stop, what determines which vehicle proceeds first?
What is the significance of a stop line at an intersection?
What is the significance of a stop line at an intersection?
How should a driver respond when approaching a crosswalk without marked lines?
How should a driver respond when approaching a crosswalk without marked lines?
What do green traffic signs generally indicate?
What do green traffic signs generally indicate?
Under what circumstance should a vehicle yield at a crosswalk?
Under what circumstance should a vehicle yield at a crosswalk?
What must a motorist do before any part of their vehicle crosses the line before a crosswalk?
What must a motorist do before any part of their vehicle crosses the line before a crosswalk?
Which color of traffic sign indicates a stop requirement?
Which color of traffic sign indicates a stop requirement?
What do yellow diagonal stripes on the pavement signify?
What do yellow diagonal stripes on the pavement signify?
Which statement is true regarding right-of-way laws?
Which statement is true regarding right-of-way laws?
What does a white/black traffic sign primarily indicate?
What does a white/black traffic sign primarily indicate?
What is the primary function of crosswalk markings?
What is the primary function of crosswalk markings?
What is indicated by a green traffic sign?
What is indicated by a green traffic sign?
If an area is marked with yellow paint near a fire hydrant, what does this indicate?
If an area is marked with yellow paint near a fire hydrant, what does this indicate?
What does a red traffic light indicate for drivers?
What does a red traffic light indicate for drivers?
What is the primary purpose of informational green guide signs?
What is the primary purpose of informational green guide signs?
In the event that a traffic signal is malfunctioning, how should drivers treat the intersection?
In the event that a traffic signal is malfunctioning, how should drivers treat the intersection?
Which statement about crosswalk rules is correct?
Which statement about crosswalk rules is correct?
What is the significance of stopping at the stop line?
What is the significance of stopping at the stop line?
What do brown and white signs indicate?
What do brown and white signs indicate?
What should a driver do when approaching a roundabout?
What should a driver do when approaching a roundabout?
When is it permissible to turn right on a red light?
When is it permissible to turn right on a red light?
Study Notes
Traffic Sign Shapes
- Octagon: Stop sign—mandatory complete stop at the stop line or before the intersection if no stop line exists.
- Triangle: Yield sign—slow down and give right-of-way to crossing vehicles; proceed if clear.
- Diamond: Warns of possible hazards on the road.
- Pennant: Indicates no passing zones.
Regulatory Signs
- Traffic control signs enforce rules; non-compliance can result in legal penalties.
- 4-Way Stop: All directions stop; first vehicle to arrive proceeds first; if tied, the left driver yields to the right.
- Do Not Enter: Marks one-way streets; alerts against wrong-way entries.
- Wrong Way: Indicates the driver is heading against traffic; immediate stop is required.
Crosswalks and Markings
- Stop Line & Crosswalk: Marked with white lines; indicate pedestrian crossing spots where drivers must yield.
- Other Markings: Yellow curbs indicate no-parking zones; diagonal stripes denote fixed obstructions; penalties apply for violating marked areas.
Right-of-Way Rules
- Define who has priority (motorists, pedestrians, bicyclists) in various traffic situations, guiding safe navigation.
Traffic Sign Colors
- Red: Signals stop, do not enter, and wrong way.
- Orange: Warning for construction zones.
- Yellow: General alerts for unexpected conditions.
- Fluorescent Yellow-Green: High emphasis on school and pedestrian activity warnings.
- White/Black: Regulatory signs indicating laws.
- Green: Guide and directional information.
- Blue: Directions to motorist services (gas, food, lodging).
- Brown: Identifies cultural, historical, and recreational sites.
Informational Signs
- Green guide signs show directions and distances; even numbers denote East-West routes, odd numbers denote North-South.
- Blue and white service signs provide directions to facilities; brown and white signs indicate scenic spots.
Traffic Control Signals
- Regulate movement at intersections; compliance is mandatory unless directed otherwise by an officer.
- If signals malfunction, treat the situation as a four-way stop.
Steady Signal Lights
- Red Light: Full stop required; proceed only on green or with clear right turn (if permitted).
- Turning left from a one-way street is allowed onto another one-way street with left-moving traffic only.
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Test your knowledge on the shapes and meanings of various traffic signs. This quiz covers essential regulatory signs, their functions, and crosswalk markings. Understanding these can enhance road safety for all users.
