Road Signs and Signals Flashcards

What does a round yellow sign with a black X and the letters RR indicate?

Answer: Railroad crossing ahead

The round yellow sign with a black X and RR letters is an advance warning sign for a railroad crossing ahead, alerting drivers to prepare to stop if necessary.

In Maine, what does a pentagonal (five-sided) yellow sign indicate?

Answer: School zone or school crossing

Pentagonal (five-sided) signs are used exclusively to indicate school zones and school crossings, warning drivers to watch for children.

What does a blue rectangular highway sign typically indicate?

Answer: Motorist services like food, gas, and lodging

Blue signs indicate motorist services including gas stations, food, lodging, and hospitals available at upcoming exits.

What does a white sign with a red circle and a line through it indicate?

Answer: The action shown is prohibited

A red circle with a line through it is a universal prohibition symbol, meaning the depicted action (such as U-turn, left turn, etc.) is not allowed.

What does a diamond-shaped orange sign with 'DETOUR' written on it mean?

Answer: You must follow an alternate route due to road closure

An orange detour sign indicates the normal route is closed and drivers must follow the marked alternate route to reach their destination.

What does a brown highway sign typically indicate?

Answer: Recreational and cultural points of interest

Brown signs indicate recreational and cultural interest areas such as state parks, historic sites, campgrounds, and scenic areas.