RTA Traffic Signs and Signals 3

Question 1

What does a white rectangular sign with the word 'ONLY' printed under an arrow indicate?

Accepted Answer

The lane must travel in the direction shown

Answer

A lane-use control sign with an arrow and 'ONLY' means traffic in that lane must proceed in the indicated direction.

Question 2

A sign showing a bicycle inside a red circle with a slash means:

Accepted Answer

Bicycles are prohibited on that road

Answer

The red circle-slash over a bicycle symbol is a regulatory sign prohibiting bicycle travel on that roadway.

Question 3

What color are guide signs that provide directional information on highways and freeways?

Accepted Answer

Green

Answer

Green signs with white lettering are used for highway guide signs providing directional and distance information.

Question 4

A 'MERGE' sign indicates:

Accepted Answer

Two lanes of traffic are combining into one

Answer

A Merge sign warns that two roadways are converging and drivers should be prepared to adjust speed and position.

Question 5

What does a steady red 'X' signal above a highway lane mean?

Accepted Answer

Lane is closed — do not use it

Answer

A steady red X over a lane is a lane control signal indicating that lane is closed and must not be used.

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