Road Signs and Signals Flashcards

What does an octagonal (eight-sided) red sign always mean in Louisiana?

Answer: Stop completely before proceeding

An octagonal red sign is always a STOP sign, requiring drivers to come to a complete stop before proceeding.

A yellow diamond-shaped sign with a black arrow curving to the right indicates what?

Answer: A curve or turn ahead to the right

Yellow diamond warning signs with curved arrows alert drivers to an upcoming curve or turn in the road.

What does a white rectangular sign with black lettering typically indicate in Louisiana?

Answer: Regulatory information drivers must follow

White rectangular signs with black text are regulatory signs that convey rules and laws drivers must obey.

A flashing red traffic light should be treated the same as:

Answer: A stop sign — stop, then proceed when safe

A flashing red light has the same legal effect as a stop sign; you must come to a complete stop and proceed only when it is safe.

What does a green traffic signal arrow indicate to drivers?

Answer: Proceed in the arrow's direction — oncoming traffic is stopped

A green arrow is a protected signal meaning traffic in the indicated direction has the right-of-way and opposing traffic is stopped.

In Louisiana, a sign showing a truck on a downward slope warns drivers of:

Answer: A steep downgrade where trucks may lose speed control

The descending truck warning sign alerts all drivers, especially truck drivers, to a steep downgrade where brakes may overheat.

What shape is always used for railroad crossing advance warning signs in Louisiana?

Answer: Circle

Round (circular) yellow signs are exclusively used as advance warning signs for railroad crossings in the United States, including Louisiana.