UK PCV Theory Traffic Signs and Road Markings Questions and Answers

Question 1

You are driving a coach and see a circular sign with a red border and the number '50' inside. What does this sign mean?

Accepted Answer

Maximum speed limit is 50 mph.

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Minimum speed limit is 50 mph.

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Recommended speed is 50 mph.

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You are 50 miles from the next town.

Question 2

As a PCV driver on a 'Red Route' in London, you see double red lines at the side of the road. What is the rule regarding these markings?

Accepted Answer

Stopping is prohibited at any time, for any reason.

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You may stop to set down or pick up passengers at any time.

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You can stop to load or unload goods between 10 am and 4 pm.

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Only buses and licensed taxis may stop here.

Question 3

You are approaching a school entrance and see yellow zig-zag lines painted on the road. What action must you take during the times shown on the accompanying sign?

Accepted Answer

You must not stop or park on the markings, not even to pick up or set down passengers.

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Slow down to 20 mph and proceed with caution.

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You may stop briefly to allow children to board or alight.

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Overtaking is permitted if the road ahead is clear.

Question 4

Which of the following best describes the meaning of a solid white line at the edge of a bus lane during its hours of operation?

Accepted Answer

You should not cross the line to enter the bus lane.

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You may enter the bus lane to turn left within 20 metres.

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Only motorcycles and taxis may cross the line.

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It indicates the bus lane ends soon.

Question 5

You are driving your PCV and see a large, blue rectangular sign with white text and symbols. What type of information does this sign generally provide?

Accepted Answer

Directional or informational guidance, especially on motorways.

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A warning of an upcoming hazard.

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A mandatory instruction that must be obeyed.

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A prohibition, such as a speed limit.

Question 6

While driving a coach, you see a triangular sign with a red border showing two black arrows pointing in opposite directions, one up and one down. What does this sign warn you of?

Accepted Answer

The road ahead is for two-way traffic.

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You have priority over oncoming traffic.

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A sharp deviation of route to the left then right.

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Oncoming traffic has priority.