MS DMV Road Signs and Signals 3 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: A sign showing a truck on a downward slope warns drivers of:
- A truck weigh station ahead
- A steep downgrade where brakes may overheat (Correct answer)
- A truck-only lane beginning
- A loading zone
Correct answer: A steep downgrade where brakes may overheat
This warning sign alerts drivers, especially truck operators, to a steep hill where brake failure is a risk on long descents.
Question 2: What does a 'Wrong Way' sign tell a driver?
- The road ahead is closed for repairs
- You are traveling against the flow of traffic (Correct answer)
- A one-way street begins ahead
- The speed limit changes
Correct answer: You are traveling against the flow of traffic
A red-and-white 'Wrong Way' sign means you have entered a roadway traveling in the wrong direction and must turn around.
Question 3: Which sign would you see to indicate a divided highway is ending?
- Two arrows merging into one pointing forward (Correct answer)
- Two arrows pointing in opposite directions separating
- A single arrow curving left
- A double yellow line symbol
Correct answer: Two arrows merging into one pointing forward
When a divided highway ends, the sign shows two arrows converging into one, warning that opposing traffic will share the road ahead.
Question 4: A steady red 'X' signal above a lane on a multi-lane highway means:
- Slow to posted speed limit
- The lane is closed — do not use it (Correct answer)
- Prepare to stop at the next intersection
- Yield to merging traffic
Correct answer: The lane is closed — do not use it
A red X over a lane is a lane control signal indicating that the lane is closed and drivers must not travel in it.
Question 5: What is the color of highway guide signs that direct drivers to state and U.S. routes?
- Blue
- Green (Correct answer)
- Brown
- White
Correct answer: Green
Green signs are used for guide and directional information, including route markers and distance information on state and federal highways.
Question 6: A sign reading 'DO NOT PASS' means:
- You may pass only slow-moving vehicles
- Passing is prohibited in this section of road (Correct answer)
- Pass only when oncoming traffic is clear
- Commercial vehicles may not pass here
Correct answer: Passing is prohibited in this section of road
The 'Do Not Pass' sign is a regulatory sign that prohibits overtaking another vehicle in that section of road.
Question 7: What does a yellow diamond sign showing two curved arrows in a circular pattern indicate?
- Traffic circle or roundabout ahead (Correct answer)
- U-turn permitted
- Two-way traffic begins
- Lane reversal system ahead
Correct answer: Traffic circle or roundabout ahead
This warning sign alerts drivers to an upcoming roundabout or traffic circle and prepares them to yield and navigate the circular flow.
MS DMV Road Signs and Signals 3
A sign showing a truck on a downward slope warns drivers of: