Road Signs Flashcards
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What does a circular sign with a red border showing a bus symbol and the word 'except' mean?
Answer: No vehicles except buses
A prohibition sign (red circle) with a vehicle restriction but showing 'except buses' means the restriction applies to all vehicles EXCEPT buses. PCV drivers may proceed through this restriction.
You see a triangular warning sign showing a steep hill with '20%' written on it. How does this affect your driving of a PCV?
Answer: Select a low gear before descending to use engine braking
A 20% gradient is very steep. You should select a low gear BEFORE the descent begins to use engine braking effectively. This prevents brake fade which can occur when brakes overheat from continuous use on a long steep hill.
What does a rectangular green sign with white text indicate on a primary route?
Answer: Direction and distance to destinations on primary routes
Green rectangular signs with white text are used on primary routes (A-roads) to show directions and distances to destinations. PCV drivers should use these for route planning, especially when diverting from normal routes.
You approach a traffic light showing a green arrow pointing left while the main signal is red. What does this mean?
Answer: You may proceed in the direction of the arrow only, with caution
A green filter arrow allows traffic to proceed in the direction shown, even though the main signal may be red. You should proceed with caution as pedestrians and other traffic may still be present.
What does a temporary yellow sign with black text on a motorway indicate?
Answer: Temporary hazard warnings or diversion information
Yellow signs with black text on motorways indicate temporary conditions such as roadworks, diversions, or lane closures. PCV drivers should pay close attention as these may affect vehicle routing.
You see a square blue sign showing the number '30' with no red circle. What type of zone are you entering?
Answer: A 30 mph speed limit zone
A blue sign showing '30' in a rectangle indicates the start of a 30 mph speed limit zone. Unlike circular signs that show individual speed limits, rectangular zone signs apply to all roads within the zone until you see the zone-end sign.