Road Signs and Markings Flashcards

What does a 'Give Way' sign look like in Ireland?

Answer: An inverted triangle with red border

The Give Way sign is an inverted (upside-down) triangle with a red border. It tells drivers they must yield to traffic on the road they are entering.

A 'Stop' sign requires you to:

Answer: Come to a complete stop and give way

A Stop sign requires a complete stop before the line, regardless of whether other vehicles are visible. You must then give way before proceeding.

Edge lines on a road are typically what colour?

Answer: White

Edge lines in Ireland are white. They mark the boundary between the traffic lane and the hard shoulder or footpath, helping drivers stay within the carriageway.

What do yellow kerb markings indicate?

Answer: No parking at certain times or at all

Yellow kerb markings indicate parking restrictions. A single yellow line usually means no parking during certain hours; a double yellow means no parking at any time.

A sign showing a red triangle with an exclamation mark (!) means:

Answer: General danger or hazard ahead

A red triangle with a plain exclamation mark is a general hazard warning sign, used when no specific symbol applies. It warns drivers to be alert for an unspecified danger ahead.

What does a blue sign with a white bicycle and pedestrian figure separated by a line mean?

Answer: Shared path with separated lanes for cyclists and pedestrians

This sign indicates a shared-use path where cyclists and pedestrians have their own segregated lanes. Both may use the path but must stay in their respective sections.