Manitoba Road Signs Flashcards

What does a sign with two arrows pointing in opposite directions (up and down) mean in Manitoba?

Answer: Two-way traffic ahead

This warning sign indicates that two-way traffic is ahead. It is commonly placed where a divided highway ends or where a one-way road transitions to two-way traffic.

In Manitoba, what does a yield sign look like?

Answer: An inverted white triangle with a red border

The yield sign is an inverted (downward-pointing) triangle with a red border and white centre. It requires drivers to slow down, check for traffic, and yield the right-of-way before proceeding.

What does a sign showing a car with wavy lines beneath it warn about in Manitoba?

Answer: Slippery road surface when wet

This warning sign indicates the road may be slippery when wet. Drivers should reduce speed and avoid sudden braking or sharp turns in these areas, especially during rain or early frost.

What does a rectangular orange sign with black text indicate in Manitoba?

Answer: A construction or maintenance zone

Orange signs are used exclusively for construction and maintenance zones in Manitoba. They warn of temporary hazards like lane closures, detours, and workers on the road.

What does a sign with a 'T' symbol inside a yellow diamond mean?

Answer: T-intersection ahead

A T-intersection warning sign tells drivers the road ahead ends at a perpendicular road. Drivers must prepare to turn left or right and yield to cross traffic.

What does a school zone sign look like in Manitoba?

Answer: A fluorescent yellow-green pentagon with children symbols

Manitoba school zone signs use a fluorescent yellow-green pentagon shape showing children. The distinctive colour and shape make them visible in all conditions to alert drivers to reduce speed near schools.