MTO Traffic Control Devices & Signage 4

Question 1

What does a flashing red traffic signal require you to do?

Accepted Answer

Stop, then proceed when safe — same as a stop sign

Answer

A flashing red light has the same meaning as a stop sign: come to a complete stop and proceed only when it is safe.

Question 2

A green highway guide sign with white letters is primarily used to:

Accepted Answer

Indicate distances and directions to destinations

Answer

Green signs with white lettering on highways provide directional and distance information to help drivers navigate to their destination.

Question 3

What does a 'Road Narrows' warning sign look like and mean?

Accepted Answer

A diamond sign with lanes merging to one side, warning the road gets narrower ahead

Answer

A diamond-shaped Road Narrows sign warns drivers that the roadway ahead becomes narrower and they should be prepared to adjust position.

Question 4

Lane markings made of broken yellow lines on a two-lane road indicate:

Accepted Answer

Passing is permitted when safe from the side with the broken line

Answer

A broken yellow centerline means drivers on that side of the road may pass when it is safe to do so.

Question 5

A 'School Zone' sign is typically accompanied by what speed limit?

Accepted Answer

25 mph

Answer

Most US school zones have a posted speed limit of 25 mph, though it can vary; always obey the speed posted on the school zone sign.

MTO - Ministry of Transportation Practice Test