Motor Vehicle Commission MVC Traffic Signs and Signals

Question 1

What does an octagonal (8-sided) red sign always mean in the US?

Accepted Answer

Stop completely

Answer

An octagonal red sign is universally the STOP sign, requiring drivers to come to a complete stop.

Question 2

What does a triangular sign with a red border and white interior mean?

Accepted Answer

Yield

Answer

A downward-pointing triangle with a red border is the Yield sign, requiring drivers to give right-of-way.

Question 3

What color are regulatory signs in the United States?

Accepted Answer

White with black text

Answer

Regulatory signs are typically white with black text or symbols, indicating laws drivers must obey.

Question 4

What does a yellow diamond-shaped sign indicate?

Accepted Answer

Warning of a hazard or change in road conditions ahead

Answer

Yellow diamond-shaped signs are warning signs that alert drivers to potential hazards or changes in road conditions ahead.

Question 5

What does a flashing red traffic light mean?

Accepted Answer

Treat it as a stop sign — stop completely, then proceed when safe

Answer

A flashing red light must be treated as a stop sign: come to a complete stop, then proceed when safe.

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