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What shape is used for warning signs?
What does a pentagon-shaped sign indicate?
What type of signs must you obey?
Regulatory signs
What do speed limit signs indicate?
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What does a 'Do Not Enter' sign mean?
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Traffic flows only in the direction of the arrow on a One Way sign.
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You can make a right turn when you see a No Right Turn sign.
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Left turns are legal wherever there is a No Left Turn sign.
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What should you do at a No U-Turn sign?
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What does a No Turn on Red sign imply?
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What does a Do Not Pass sign mean?
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What should you do when you see a Left Turn Yield on Green sign?
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What does a Keep Right sign instruct you to do?
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What do High Occupancy Vehicle signs indicate?
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What do Disabled Parking signs indicate?
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The color red used with white conveys __________.
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The color black used with white conveys __________.
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The color yellow used with black conveys __________.
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The colors green and white, blue and white, and brown and white are used for __________.
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The colors orange and black and pink and black are used to __________.
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What shape always means stop?
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What does a triangle sign instruct drivers to do?
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Vertical signs generally give __________.
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Horizontal signs may provide __________.
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Study Notes
Traffic Signs Overview
- Traffic signs are crucial for road safety and provide various instructions and warnings to drivers.
- They utilize different shapes and colors to convey specific messages.
Warning Signs
- Diamond-shaped signs indicate special conditions or hazards, prompting drivers to slow down and be cautious.
School Zone Sign
- Pentagon-shaped signs are used to mark school zones, alerting drivers to potential school crossing areas.
Regulatory Signs
- Regulatory signs inform drivers of legal obligations; non-compliance can result in penalties.
- Red circles with slashes indicate prohibitions; the symbol inside denotes what is forbidden.
Speed Limit
- Speed limit signs indicate the maximum legal speed under ideal weather conditions; adjustments may be necessary in poor weather.
Directional Signs
- "Do Not Enter" signs prevent drivers from proceeding in the wrong direction, reducing the risk of head-on collisions.
- One Way signs dictate that traffic flows only in the direction shown by the arrow.
- "No Right Turn" and "No Left Turn" signs clearly indicate that those specific turns are illegal at the posted location.
- "No U-Turn" signs prohibit making U-turns.
Traffic Control Signals
- "No Turn on Red" signs indicate that drivers must wait for a green signal before proceeding.
- "Do Not Pass" signs establish zones where overtaking other vehicles is prohibited.
Yield Signs
- "Left Turn Yield on Green" signs remind drivers that left turns at green lights require yielding to oncoming traffic.
- Triangle-shaped Yield signs instruct drivers to reduce speed and allow vehicles, pedestrians, or cyclists to pass safely.
Lane Usage Control
- Lane Use Control signs indicate permitted turning movements and ensure traffic adheres to the designated flow.
Reserved Lanes and Parking
- High Occupancy Vehicle signs designate lanes for buses and vehicles with multiple passengers.
- Disabled Parking signs indicate spaces reserved for individuals with disabilities.
Sign Color and Function
- Red combined with white conveys stop and prohibition messages (e.g., stop signs, do not enter).
- Black used with white provides regulatory information, such as speed limits and passing restrictions.
- Yellow used with black serves as a warning for conditions (e.g., slippery roads, curves).
- Green and white, blue and white, and brown and white signs offer directional and informational guidance for destinations, services, and historical sites.
Construction and Incident Management
- Orange and black, as well as pink and black signs, advise of construction zones or incidents, indicating temporary rules that may apply.
Stop and Yield Shapes
- Octagon-shaped stop signs require a complete stop at intersections, while triangle-shaped yield signs call for caution and yielding to other road users.
Sign Orientation
- Vertical signs typically provide instructions or laws, while horizontal signs offer directional or informative guidance.
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Test your knowledge of regulatory traffic signs through these flashcards. Learn about the shapes and meanings of various signs, including warning and school zone signs. Perfect for drivers and learners to enhance road safety awareness.
