DTT Road Signs and Markings 4 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What does a sign with a red circle and a bicycle inside it mean?
- No cyclists permitted (Correct answer)
- Cyclists must dismount
- Cycle lane ahead
- Cyclists have priority
Correct answer: No cyclists permitted
A red circle with a bicycle silhouette is a prohibition sign meaning no cyclists are allowed on that road or path. Cyclists must use an alternative route.
Question 2: Transverse white lines (wide stripes) across the road at a junction indicate:
- The give way or stop line position (Correct answer)
- A pedestrian crossing
- A cycle crossing
- A speed ramp ahead
Correct answer: The give way or stop line position
Wide transverse white lines across the road mark where a driver must stop or give way. They define the legal stopping position at junctions controlled by Stop or Give Way signs.
Question 3: A sign showing a motorway symbol (M with a road) on a blue background means:
- Motorway ahead — special rules apply (Correct answer)
- Dual carriageway begins
- No heavy vehicles
- Service area ahead
Correct answer: Motorway ahead — special rules apply
A blue sign with the motorway symbol indicates the start of a motorway where specific rules apply — including minimum speed, no learner drivers, and restrictions on certain vehicle types.
Question 4: What does a sign with two arrows pointing in opposite horizontal directions mean at a junction?
- You may turn left or right but not go straight (Correct answer)
- Two-way traffic ahead
- Merging lanes
- Roundabout ahead
Correct answer: You may turn left or right but not go straight
Two opposing horizontal arrows at a junction sign indicate that you must turn left or right — proceeding straight ahead is not permitted at that junction.
Question 5: A red and white striped pole at a pedestrian crossing is called:
- A Belisha beacon (Correct answer)
- A bollard
- A refuge post
- A signal repeater
Correct answer: A Belisha beacon
Belisha beacons are the flashing amber globes on black and white striped poles that mark uncontrolled pedestrian (zebra) crossings in Ireland and the UK.
Question 6: What does a green rectangular sign with white text on a national road indicate?
- Destinations and distances on a national road (Correct answer)
- Motorway directions
- Tourist attraction nearby
- Hospital route
Correct answer: Destinations and distances on a national road
Green rectangular signs with white text are used on national roads (N roads) to show destinations and distances, helping drivers navigate between towns and cities.
DTT Road Signs and Markings 4
What does a sign with a red circle and a bicycle inside it mean?