Road and Traffic Signs Flashcards

What does the 'national speed limit applies' sign look like?

Answer: A white circle with a red border and a diagonal black bar

The national speed limit sign is a white circle with a red border and a single diagonal black bar — the limit itself depends on the road type and vehicle.

What does a red circle sign containing the number '20' mean?

Answer: The maximum speed limit of 20 mph is in force

A number inside a red circle is a mandatory maximum speed limit — you must not exceed 20 mph in that zone.

What does a red triangle warning sign containing an image of a bicycle indicate?

Answer: A cycle route crossing or shared-use path ahead

A bicycle in a red warning triangle alerts drivers that a cycle route crosses the road or that cyclists may be entering the carriageway.

What does a 'Clearway' sign (red cross on a blue background) mean?

Answer: No stopping is permitted at any time on the main carriageway

A clearway sign means no stopping at any time on the main carriageway, keeping the road clear for moving traffic.

What does a sign with a red cross on a white background displayed on a motorway overhead gantry mean?

Answer: The lane below the sign is closed and must not be used

A red X on a motorway overhead gantry means the lane directly below is closed — you must not drive in that lane.

What does an upward-pointing blue arrow on a motorway sign indicate?

Answer: You must keep to the lanes indicated for your direction

A blue upward arrow on a motorway sign confirms the direction of travel and lane allocation for vehicles proceeding straight on.

What does a sign showing a white diagonal arrow on a blue circular background mean?

Answer: A mandatory direction — you must pass to the side indicated

A blue circle with a white directional arrow gives a mandatory instruction — drivers must pass the obstruction on the indicated side.