Road Signs and Markings Flashcards

What does a circular sign with a red border and white background generally indicate?

Answer: A prohibition or restriction

Circular signs with a red border on a white background are prohibitory or restrictive signs — they tell drivers what they must NOT do, such as no entry or speed limits.

What shape are warning signs on Irish roads?

Answer: Triangle

Warning signs in Ireland are triangular with a red border. They alert drivers to hazards or changed conditions ahead, such as bends, junctions, or pedestrian crossings.

A yellow diamond sign on its own (blank) on an Irish road means what?

Answer: You are on a priority road

A plain yellow diamond sign indicates that you are travelling on a priority road and have right of way over traffic joining from side roads.

What does a broken white line down the centre of a road mean?

Answer: You may cross it to overtake if safe

A broken white centre line may be crossed to overtake or turn, provided it is safe to do so and you have a clear view ahead.

What does a continuous white line along the centre of the road mean?

Answer: Do not cross or straddle it

A continuous (solid) white centre line must not be crossed or straddled. It is used where overtaking is unsafe due to restricted visibility.

Yellow box markings at a junction mean you must:

Answer: Not enter the box unless your exit is clear

You must not enter a yellow box junction unless your exit road is clear. The rule prevents gridlock by stopping vehicles blocking the junction.