TDC - Theoretical Driving Course Traffic Signs and Markings 3 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What does a rectangular blue sign with a white 'P' indicate?
- Police station ahead
- Parking area available (Correct answer)
- Passing zone
- Public restroom ahead
Correct answer: Parking area available
A blue sign with a white P indicates a parking area is available nearby.
Blue signs belong to the informational/guide sign family. Additional information may include directional arrows, time limits, fee requirements, or restrictions like motorcycle-only parking.
Question 2: What do double solid yellow lines in the center of the road mean?
- Passing permitted from both directions
- Passing prohibited from both directions (Correct answer)
- The road is about to become one-way
- Construction zone ahead
Correct answer: Passing prohibited from both directions
Double solid yellow center lines prohibit overtaking from both directions.
Placed where passing would be extremely dangerous: blind curves, hilltops, near intersections, and narrow bridges. Crossing except to turn into a driveway or avoid an obstruction is a serious violation.
Question 3: What is indicated by a road sign showing two merging arrows?
- Road divides into two lanes
- Two lanes merge into one (Correct answer)
- Two-way traffic begins
- Equal priority intersection
Correct answer: Two lanes merge into one
The merge sign warns that two lanes are converging into one.
The proper technique is the zipper merge where vehicles alternate. Signal your intention, match the speed of traffic in the continuing lane, and merge smoothly. The merging lane yields to the through lane.
Question 4: What does a NO U-TURN sign look like and what does it prohibit?
- A red circle with a U-shaped arrow crossed out, prohibiting U-turns (Correct answer)
- A yellow triangle with a curved arrow, warning of a sharp turn
- A blue circle with a U-arrow for mandatory U-turn
- A red octagon with NO U text
Correct answer: A red circle with a U-shaped arrow crossed out, prohibiting U-turns
The No U-Turn sign is a red circle with a U-shaped arrow crossed by a diagonal red line.
Placed where U-turns would be dangerous or disruptive: near intersections, on curves, in areas with limited visibility, or on busy roads. Even where not prohibited, U-turns should only be made when safe.
Question 5: What do white crosshatch markings on the road surface indicate?
- Motorcycle parking area
- A buffer zone that vehicles must not enter (Correct answer)
- A pedestrian crossing
- A speed reduction zone
Correct answer: A buffer zone that vehicles must not enter
White crosshatch markings indicate a buffer zone that vehicles must not drive over or stop on.
Crosshatch markings create buffer zones between opposing traffic flows, around fixed objects, and near merge/diverge points. The bordered area is treated as a solid barrier. Driving over them is a violation.
Question 6: What does a sign with a red circle containing a number like 60 indicate?
- The route number
- The maximum speed limit in km/h (Correct answer)
- The distance to the next town
- The minimum speed required
Correct answer: The maximum speed limit in km/h
A red circle with a number indicates the maximum speed limit in km/h.
Speed limit signs override default limits. They are placed at the beginning of the restricted zone and after every intersection. The limit remains in effect until a new sign or end-of-limit sign appears.
TDC - Theoretical Driving Course Traffic Signs and Markings 3
What does a rectangular blue sign with a white 'P' indicate?