Questions and Answers
What do red and white signs convey?
What do black and white signs convey?
Regulatory information
What type of warnings do yellow and black signs convey?
Warnings
What information do green, blue, and brown signs provide?
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What do orange and pink signs indicate?
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What does an octagon-shaped sign mean?
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What does a triangular sign indicate?
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What do rectangular signs generally convey?
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What do diamond-shaped signs warn about?
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What does a pentagon-shaped sign mark?
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What are regulatory signs?
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What should you do if your car stalls on train tracks?
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What does a white painted curb indicate?
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What does a yellow painted curb signify?
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How close can you park to or follow emergency vehicles?
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How far ahead should you signal to turn?
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What is the following distance under 35 mph?
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What is the following distance between 35-45 mph?
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What is the following distance between 46-70 mph?
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What is the proper order to scan at an intersection?
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Approximately _____% of fatal motorcycle crashes involve automobiles.
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When parking downhill (curb or no curb), turn front wheels which way?
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When parking uphill WITH curb, turn front wheels which way?
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Study Notes
Sign Types and Colors
- Red & White Signs: Indicate stop, yield, do not, and no. Examples include stop signs, yield signs, and no entry signs.
- Black & White Signs: Convey regulatory information such as speed limits and no-passing zones.
- Yellow & Black Signs: Used for warnings about road conditions, such as curves or slippery roads. School zones are indicated with a yellow-green variant.
- Green/Blue/Brown & White Signs: Green signs provide destination information, blue signs indicate motorist services, and brown signs highlight historical or cultural points of interest.
- Orange/Pink & Black Signs: Warn about construction (orange) or incidents (pink) and may accompany regulatory signs relevant to those areas.
Sign Shapes and Their Meanings
- Octagon-Shaped Sign: Always signifies a stop; drivers must come to a complete stop and yield to other vehicles and pedestrians at intersections.
- Triangular Sign: Represents yield; requires slowing down and being prepared to stop for vehicles or pedestrians.
- Rectangular Signs: Vertical rectangles convey regulatory instructions, while horizontal rectangles provide directions or information.
- Diamond-Shaped Signs: Serve as warnings for special conditions or hazards; drivers should slow down and be prepared to stop.
- Pentagon-Shaped Signs: Indicate school zones and crossings, often paired with additional signs for crosswalk locations.
Regulatory Information
- Regulatory Signs: Must be obeyed as they convey laws. The red circle with a slash signals prohibitions.
Safety Tips
- Stalling on Train Tracks: If your car stalls, exit immediately and run diagonally away from the tracks towards the oncoming train.
Parking Regulations
- White Painted Curb: Stopping allowed only for picking up or dropping off passengers.
- Yellow Painted Curb: Stop only for loading or unloading; driver must remain with the vehicle.
Emergency Vehicle Guidelines
- Parking Near Emergency Vehicles: Do not park within 500 feet of stopped fire vehicles or follow them closer than 500 feet when lights are flashing.
Signaling and Following Distance
- Turn Signaling: Signal 3-4 seconds (about 100 feet) before turning.
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Following Distance Based on Speed:
- Under 35 mph: Maintain a 2-second gap.
- Between 35-45 mph: Keep a 3-second gap.
- Between 46-70 mph: Observe a 4-second gap.
Intersection Scanning
- Scan at intersections from left to right, then left again to ensure safety.
Motorcycle Safety
- Approximately 50% of fatal motorcycle crashes involve automobiles, highlighting the importance of awareness when sharing the road.
Parking Directions
- Parking Downhill: Turn front wheels to the right, regardless of curb presence.
- Parking Uphill with Curb: Turn front wheels to the left.
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Test your knowledge of traffic sign meanings with these flashcards designed for Virginia driver improvement. Learn the significance of red and white signs as well as black and white signs used for regulatory information on the road.
