Traffic Signs and Signals Flashcards
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What does a flashing red traffic signal at an intersection require?
Answer: Come to a complete stop, then proceed when safe
A flashing red light must be treated exactly like a stop sign: stop completely, then go when the way is clear.
You see a yellow sign with two children carrying books. Where are you most likely driving?
Answer: Near a school or school crossing
The school crossing sign warns drivers to slow down and watch for children near schools.
A sign shows a bicycle inside a red circle with a slash through it. What does it mean?
Answer: Bicycles are not allowed on this road
A red circle with a slash over a symbol always means that activity or vehicle is prohibited.
What does a solid yellow line on your side of the center line mean?
Answer: You may not pass in that zone
A solid yellow line on your side of the road prohibits passing because visibility or conditions make it unsafe.
At an intersection, a police officer directs you to proceed even though the traffic light is red. What should you do?
Answer: Follow the officer's directions
Directions from a police officer legally override traffic signals and signs.
What does a yellow sign showing a divided highway symbol (two arrows curving around an island) warn?
Answer: The road ahead divides around a median
The divided highway begins sign warns that the road ahead splits into separate lanes around a median.
What should you do when you see a WRONG WAY sign facing you?
Answer: Pull over and safely turn around immediately
A WRONG WAY sign means you are traveling against traffic and must safely stop and turn around at once.