Road Signs Test Construction Zone Signs Flashcards

What is the purpose of channelizing devices like cones and barrels in a construction zone?

Answer: To guide traffic through or around the work area safely

Channelizing devices such as cones, barrels, and drums guide drivers safely through or around construction work areas.

A 'Construction Zone Ahead' sign with a speed limit number means:

Answer: You must not exceed that speed through the construction zone

A speed limit sign within a construction zone is a regulatory sign and must be obeyed regardless of whether workers are visibly present.

What does a 'Detour' sign in a construction zone indicate?

Answer: Your normal route is closed and you must follow an alternate path

A Detour sign directs drivers to follow an alternate route because the normal road is closed due to construction or another obstruction.

Which sign would you most likely see at the beginning of a construction zone to warn you traffic is merging?

Answer: Merge sign

Merge signs are commonly posted at the start of construction zones to warn drivers that lanes are combining and they must adjust position.

What does a 'Road Closed' sign at a construction site mean?

Answer: The road ahead is temporarily impassable and you must turn around or detour

A 'Road Closed' sign means the road is completely blocked and drivers must not proceed, instead following detour signs.

What shape and color are most construction and work zone warning signs in the US?

Answer: Diamond and orange

Construction and work zone warning signs in the US are diamond-shaped and orange, making them easy to distinguish from other sign types.