MVC Traffic Signs and Signals Flashcards
6 cards from real Motor Vehicle Commission practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.
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What does an octagonal (8-sided) red sign always mean in the US?
Answer: Stop completely
An octagonal red sign is universally the STOP sign, requiring drivers to come to a complete stop.
What does a triangular sign with a red border and white interior mean?
Answer: Yield
A downward-pointing triangle with a red border is the Yield sign, requiring drivers to give right-of-way.
What color are regulatory signs in the United States?
Answer: White with black text
Regulatory signs are typically white with black text or symbols, indicating laws drivers must obey.
What does a yellow diamond-shaped sign indicate?
Answer: Warning of a hazard or change in road conditions ahead
Yellow diamond-shaped signs are warning signs that alert drivers to potential hazards or changes in road conditions ahead.
What does a flashing red traffic light mean?
Answer: Treat it as a stop sign — stop completely, then proceed when safe
A flashing red light must be treated as a stop sign: come to a complete stop, then proceed when safe.
What does a flashing yellow traffic light mean?
Answer: Slow down and proceed with caution
A flashing yellow light means slow down, be alert, and proceed with caution — a full stop is not required.