California DMV Traffic Signs and Signals 3

Question 1

What does a red circle with a line through it over any symbol mean?

Accepted Answer

That activity is prohibited

Answer

A red circle with a diagonal line (prohibition symbol) over any image means that action is strictly forbidden.

Question 2

A school zone sign in California is which color and shape?

Accepted Answer

Yellow-green pentagon

Answer

School zone signs in California use a distinctive yellow-green pentagon shape to maximize visibility and recognition.

Question 3

What does a 'YIELD' sign look like in California?

Accepted Answer

White downward-pointing triangle with red border

Answer

Yield signs are downward-pointing triangles with a red border and white interior, indicating drivers must give way.

Question 4

A crossbuck sign (two planks forming an 'X') is found at:

Accepted Answer

Railroad grade crossings

Answer

The crossbuck is a standard railroad crossing sign that warns drivers a rail line crosses the road ahead.

Question 5

What does a 'WRONG WAY' sign mean when you see it while driving?

Accepted Answer

You have entered a roadway going against traffic flow

Answer

A Wrong Way sign means you are traveling in the wrong direction on a divided highway or one-way street and must stop and turn around.

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