WA DMV Traffic Signs and Signals 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What does a sign with a red circle and diagonal slash over a symbol mean?
- The action shown is required
- The action shown is recommended
- The action shown is prohibited (Correct answer)
- The action shown is optional
Correct answer: The action shown is prohibited
A red circle with a diagonal slash (prohibition symbol) means the action depicted is not permitted.
Question 2: Orange signs and orange flags in work zones indicate:
- School zones with reduced speed limits
- Construction or maintenance activity ahead (Correct answer)
- Emergency vehicle staging areas
- Detour routes around road closures
Correct answer: Construction or maintenance activity ahead
Orange is exclusively used for construction and maintenance warning signs and devices in Washington.
Question 3: A blue rectangular sign on Washington highways most commonly provides information about:
- Speed limits and passing zones
- Motorist services such as food, gas, and lodging (Correct answer)
- Recreational and scenic attractions
- State and county road numbers
Correct answer: Motorist services such as food, gas, and lodging
Blue signs are used for motorist service information including gas stations, rest areas, hospitals, and food.
Question 4: What does a round sign with a large 'X' and 'RR' mean?
- No right turn at railroad
- Railroad crossing ahead (Correct answer)
- Road reduced to one lane
- Restricted road for large vehicles
Correct answer: Railroad crossing ahead
A round yellow sign with RR and a crossbuck 'X' warns that a railroad crossing is ahead.
Question 5: A flashing red traffic signal should be treated the same as:
- A yield sign
- A stop sign (Correct answer)
- A caution light
- A green light with caution
Correct answer: A stop sign
A flashing red signal requires a complete stop, then proceed when safe, just like a stop sign.
Question 6: What color are guide signs on Washington's interstate highways?
- Brown with white text
- Blue with white text
- Green with white text (Correct answer)
- White with black text
Correct answer: Green with white text
Interstate and highway guide signs use green backgrounds with white text to direct drivers to destinations.
Question 7: A sign showing a truck on a downhill slope warns drivers to:
- Watch for slow-moving trucks merging
- Be prepared for a steep downgrade ahead (Correct answer)
- Expect a truck weigh station ahead
- Yield to trucks on the upcoming hill
Correct answer: Be prepared for a steep downgrade ahead
A truck-on-grade warning sign alerts drivers to a steep downhill where trucks may move slowly or lose brakes.
WA DMV Traffic Signs and Signals 2
What does a sign with a red circle and diagonal slash over a symbol mean?