Road Signs and Signals Flashcards

What does a flashing red traffic signal mean?

Answer: Stop completely, then proceed when safe

A flashing red light is treated the same as a stop sign.

A sign with the words 'WRONG WAY' means you should do what?

Answer: Pull over and safely turn around; you are against traffic

A WRONG WAY sign means you are driving against traffic and must safely stop and turn around.

What does a yellow sign showing a road narrowing with the words 'LANE ENDS MERGE LEFT' require you to do?

Answer: Move into the left lane when safe before your lane ends

This warning sign tells drivers the right lane is ending and they must merge left safely.

What color and shape is a YIELD sign?

Answer: A downward-pointing red and white triangle

Yield signs are downward-pointing triangles with a red border and white center.

A green arrow displayed with a red light means what?

Answer: You may proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow

A green arrow allows a protected movement in the arrow's direction even if the main signal is red.

What does a blue sign with a white 'H' indicate?

Answer: Hospital ahead

Blue service signs with an H direct drivers to a hospital.

What should drivers do when they see a sign reading 'ROAD MAY FLOOD' in low-lying Alaska areas?

Answer: Watch for standing water and slow down if the road is wet

This warning sign alerts drivers to possible flooding, so slow down and never drive through deep water.