NC DMV Traffic Signs and Signals 2

Question 1

What does a pennant-shaped sign on the left side of the road indicate?

Accepted Answer

No passing zone

Answer

The pennant-shaped sign is used exclusively to mark the beginning of a no passing zone.

Question 2

A round yellow sign with a black X and the letters RR warns of what?

Accepted Answer

A railroad crossing ahead

Answer

The round yellow advance warning sign tells drivers a railroad crossing is ahead so they can slow down and prepare to stop.

Question 3

What should you do when approaching an intersection with a flashing yellow traffic signal?

Accepted Answer

Slow down and proceed with caution

Answer

A flashing yellow signal means slow down and proceed carefully; it does not require a full stop.

Question 4

Orange-colored signs along the highway are used for what purpose?

Accepted Answer

Construction and maintenance warnings

Answer

Orange signs mark construction, maintenance, and work zones where drivers must slow down and watch for workers.

Question 5

You are stopped at a red light and want to turn left onto a one-way street from a one-way street. In North Carolina, what may you do?

Accepted Answer

Turn left after stopping, unless a sign prohibits it

Answer

North Carolina allows a left turn on red from a one-way street onto a one-way street after a complete stop, unless signs prohibit it.

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