New Zealand Car Driving Test Signs 3

Question 1

A sign showing a red triangle with an exclamation mark (!) means:

Accepted Answer

General hazard warning — proceed with caution

Answer

A red triangle with an exclamation mark is a general warning sign alerting drivers to an unspecified hazard ahead.

Question 2

What does a yellow sign with a black winding arrow indicate?

Accepted Answer

A series of curves or bends ahead

Answer

A yellow sign with a winding black arrow warns drivers that a series of bends follows, requiring reduced speed.

Question 3

A white rectangular sign showing '70' inside a red circle means:

Accepted Answer

Maximum speed limit of 70 km/h

Answer

A number inside a red circle is a regulatory speed limit sign, making 70 km/h the maximum permitted speed.

Question 4

A brown rectangular sign with white text typically indicates:

Accepted Answer

Tourist attraction or place of interest

Answer

Brown signs with white text are used in New Zealand to identify tourist attractions, heritage sites, and places of scenic interest.

Question 5

What does a sign with a red 'X' on a yellow background mean at a railway crossing?

Accepted Answer

Multiple railway tracks ahead

Answer

A yellow background with a red X warns that there are multiple railway tracks at the level crossing ahead.

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