Washington State Traffic Signs Quiz & Flashcards

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What does the sign 'Winding Road' indicate?

Straight road ahead

No parking

Intersection ahead

Road curves ahead (correct)

What does the sign 'Divided Highway (Road) Begins' mean?

Road is closed

Road is divided ahead (correct)

There is a two-way intersection

Traffic will merge

What does the sign 'Divided Highway (Road) Ends' indicate?

Return to two-way traffic (correct)

Merging lanes

Construction zone

Traffic light ahead

What does 'Cross Road' signify?

Intersection ahead Signup and view all the answers

What should drivers be aware of with 'Merging Traffic' signs?

Traffic from another road will be merging Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Lane Ends Merge Left' mean?

Merge to the left Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Slippery When Wet' warn drivers about?

Danger of slipping on wet surfaces Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Signal Ahead' sign indicate?

Traffic signals are ahead Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Hill' signify for drivers?

A hill or steep incline Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Two-Way Traffic' sign mean?

Traffic running in both directions Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'School Crossing' sign indicate?

School zone, watch for children Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Pedestrian Crossing' signify?

Watch for pedestrians Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Railroad Crossing' sign indicate?

Tracks ahead, crossings to be made Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Advance Warning: Bicycles' signify?

Bicycles may be on the road ahead Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Soft Shoulder' sign indicate?

Soft ground on the side of the road Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Added Lane (from right, no merging required)' mean?

An extra lane is added from the right, without needing to merge Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Deer Crossing' sign mean?

Deer crossing area, beware of wildlife Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Curve Left 35 mph or less recommended' signify?

Sharp left turn ahead, reduce speed Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'No Passing Zone' sign indicate?

Passing is prohibited in that area Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Slow Moving Vehicle' signify?

Vehicle is moving at a slow speed Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Stop Ahead' sign mean?

Prepare to stop, stop sign ahead Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Speed Zone Ahead' indicate?

Watch for changing speed limits Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Yield Ahead' signify?

Give way to oncoming traffic Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Sharp Curve Right' sign indicate?

Sharp turn to the right ahead, slow down Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Traffic Warning Signs in Washington State

Winding Road: Indicates a section of road with curves; drivers should reduce speed and be cautious.
Divided Highway Begins: Marks the start of a divided highway where traffic flows in opposite directions, separated by a median.
Divided Highway Ends: Signals the end of a divided highway; traffic will now be on a single road with no separation.
Cross Road: Alerts drivers to an intersection ahead where another road crosses.
Merging Traffic: Warns drivers that vehicles from another lane will be merging; use caution.
Lane Ends Merge Left: Indicates that the current lane will end, and drivers should merge into the left lane.
Slippery When Wet: Cautions that road conditions may become hazardous when wet; reduce speed and drive carefully.
Signal Ahead: Alerts drivers to an upcoming traffic signal; prepare to stop or yield.
Hill: Warns of a steep hill ahead, advising drivers to be cautious and control speed.
Two-Way Traffic: Indicates that traffic will soon be flowing in both directions; watch for oncoming vehicles.
School Crossing: Signals a school zone nearby; drivers should be alert for children crossing the road.
Pedestrian Crossing: Indicates areas where pedestrians may cross the road; yield to pedestrians.
Railroad Crossing: Alerts drivers to an upcoming railroad crossing; be prepared to stop.
Advance Warning: Bicycles: Warns of potential bicycle traffic in the area; stay alert for cyclists.
Soft Shoulder: Indicates that the shoulder of the road is not solid; avoid driving on it when possible.
Added Lane (from right, no merging required): Signals that an additional lane is becoming available on the right, allowing for smoother traffic flow.
Deer Crossing: Warns drivers of areas where deer frequently cross the road; proceed with caution.
Curve Left 35 mph or less recommended: Advises that a left curve is ahead; it is recommended to slow down to 35 mph or less.
No Passing Zone: Indicates that overtaking or passing other vehicles is prohibited in the area.
Slow Moving Vehicle: Alerts drivers to watch for slower vehicles on the road, such as tractors or large trucks.
Stop Ahead: Warns of a stop sign or red light ahead; prepare to come to a complete stop.
Speed Zone Ahead: Signals that a change in speed limit will occur soon; prepare to adjust speed.
Yield Ahead: Indicates an upcoming yield sign; slow down and prepare to yield to other traffic.
Sharp Curve Right: Warns drivers of a sharp right turn ahead; reduce speed significantly to navigate safely.

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Test your knowledge of traffic warning signs used in Washington State with these flashcards. Each card provides a specific sign and its definition, helping learners familiarize themselves with important road safety symbols.