RTA - Roads and Transport Authority Traffic Signs and Signals Questions and Answers 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: When approaching an intersection, you see a solid yellow traffic light. What is the correct course of action?
- Speed up to cross the intersection before the light turns red.
- Stop immediately, even if you are in the middle of the intersection.
- Continue through the intersection without slowing down.
- Prepare to stop before the intersection, as the light is about to turn red. (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Prepare to stop before the intersection, as the light is about to turn red.
A solid yellow traffic light indicates that the signal is about to change to red. Drivers should slow down and prepare to stop safely before the stop line or crosswalk. It is dangerous to accelerate to try and beat the red light.
Question 2: You are driving on a multi-lane highway in Dubai and see a blue circular sign with a white arrow pointing straight ahead. What does this sign mean?
- You are approaching a one-way street.
- You must proceed straight ahead only; no turns are permitted. (Correct answer)
- Overtaking is allowed from either side.
- An exit is coming up soon.
Correct answer: You must proceed straight ahead only; no turns are permitted.
In the UAE, blue circular signs are mandatory signs, meaning they indicate an action that must be followed. A white arrow pointing straight ahead means that all traffic in that lane must proceed straight, and turning left or right is not allowed.
Question 3: Which of the following best describes a prohibitory sign in the UAE?
- A triangular sign with a red border, warning of potential hazards.
- A blue rectangular sign, providing directional information.
- A circular sign, typically with a red border, indicating an action that is not allowed. (Correct answer)
- An octagonal red sign that requires you to come to a complete stop.
Correct answer: A circular sign, typically with a red border, indicating an action that is not allowed.
Prohibitory signs in the UAE are used to forbid certain actions. They are usually circular with a white background, a red border, and a black symbol indicating the prohibited action, such as 'No U-turn' or 'No Overtaking'.
Question 4: While driving, you approach a triangular sign with a red border depicting a traffic light symbol inside. What does this sign indicate?
- The traffic lights at the next intersection are out of order.
- You have priority over traffic from other directions.
- There is a traffic signal ahead, which may not be immediately visible. (Correct answer)
- You must stop at the next traffic light, regardless of its color.
Correct answer: There is a traffic signal ahead, which may not be immediately visible.
Warning signs in the UAE are typically triangular with a red border. A traffic light symbol inside one of these signs serves as an advanced warning that you are approaching a traffic signal, which is especially useful when visibility is poor or the signal is located after a curve.
Question 5: A driver sees a solid white line on the right edge of the road. What does this line signify?
- The separation of lanes traveling in opposite directions.
- A lane reserved for buses only.
- The right edge of the traffic lane, separating it from the shoulder. (Correct answer)
- An area where changing lanes is permitted.
Correct answer: The right edge of the traffic lane, separating it from the shoulder.
A solid white line is used to mark the right edge of the roadway, indicating the separation between the travel lane and the shoulder of the road. Drivers should stay to the left of this line.
Question 6: You are approaching a roundabout and see a triangular 'Give Way' sign. What is the legally required action?
- Enter the roundabout without stopping if it is clear.
- Come to a complete stop before entering the roundabout.
- Give priority to traffic already in the roundabout, and proceed when it is safe. (Correct answer)
- Honk your horn to alert drivers in the roundabout of your intention to enter.
Correct answer: Give priority to traffic already in the roundabout, and proceed when it is safe.
The inverted triangle 'Give Way' sign requires drivers to give priority to traffic already circulating within the roundabout. You must slow down or stop if necessary and wait for a safe gap before entering.
RTA - Roads and Transport Authority Traffic Signs and Signals Questions and Answers 1
When approaching an intersection, you see a solid yellow traffic light.
What is the correct course of action?