Road Signs Test Traffic Control Devices and Pavement Markings 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: A flashing red traffic signal should be treated as:
- A stop sign — stop completely, then proceed when safe (Correct answer)
- A yield sign — slow down and yield if needed
- A caution signal — slow to 15 mph
- A warning to prepare for a red light ahead
Correct answer: A stop sign — stop completely, then proceed when safe
A flashing red light has the same legal meaning as a stop sign: you must come to a complete stop before proceeding when the way is clear.
Question 2: A flashing yellow traffic signal should be treated as:
- A yield sign — slow down, look, and proceed with caution (Correct answer)
- A stop sign — come to a complete stop
- A green light — proceed at normal speed
- A warning that the signal is about to turn red
Correct answer: A yield sign — slow down, look, and proceed with caution
A flashing yellow light warns drivers to slow down and proceed with caution; it does not require a complete stop unless cross traffic is present.
Question 3: A green arrow signal light means:
- You may proceed in the direction of the arrow; oncoming traffic is stopped (Correct answer)
- You may turn in the direction of the arrow but must yield to pedestrians and oncoming traffic
- The intersection is clear for all movements
- You must turn in the direction of the arrow
Correct answer: You may proceed in the direction of the arrow; oncoming traffic is stopped
A green arrow is a protected signal, meaning oncoming traffic and conflicting pedestrians are stopped by a red light, giving you a safe path to turn.
Question 4: What does a yellow 'X' signal above a reversible lane mean?
- You must not use this lane — it is closed or being converted to opposite-direction traffic (Correct answer)
- Caution: the lane ahead is narrowing
- High-occupancy vehicles may use this lane
- A toll lane is ahead with a yellow sensor
Correct answer: You must not use this lane — it is closed or being converted to opposite-direction traffic
A yellow X over a reversible lane warns that the lane is about to close or change direction, and you must move out of it before reaching the closure.
Question 5: A diamond symbol painted in a lane on the road indicates:
- A high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) or carpool lane reserved for vehicles with multiple occupants (Correct answer)
- A bike lane
- A school bus loading zone
- A no-passing zone
Correct answer: A high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) or carpool lane reserved for vehicles with multiple occupants
White diamond pavement markings identify HOV or carpool lanes where single-occupant vehicles are generally not permitted during restricted hours.
Question 6: What does a crosshatch pattern of white lines painted in a box at an intersection indicate?
- A 'Keep Clear' or 'Don't Block the Box' area where you must not stop even on a green light (Correct answer)
- A pedestrian scramble zone where all directions stop simultaneously
- An emergency vehicle staging area
- A dedicated bicycle intersection box
Correct answer: A 'Keep Clear' or 'Don't Block the Box' area where you must not stop even on a green light
A box with diagonal white lines at an intersection marks a Keep Clear zone; you must not enter the intersection unless your exit path is clear.
Road Signs Test Traffic Control Devices and Pavement Markings 2
A flashing red traffic signal should be treated as: