Traffic Signs and Signals Flashcards
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What does an octagonal red sign mean in Washington State?
Answer: Stop completely
An octagonal red sign is a stop sign, requiring you to come to a complete stop before proceeding.
What shape is a warning sign in Washington State?
Answer: Diamond
Warning signs are diamond-shaped and typically yellow or orange, alerting drivers to potential hazards ahead.
A flashing red traffic light means you must:
Answer: Stop, then go when safe
A flashing red light is treated like a stop sign — you must come to a complete stop, then proceed when safe.
What does a yellow diamond-shaped sign with a curve arrow indicate?
Answer: A sharp curve ahead
A yellow diamond sign with a curved arrow warns drivers that a sharp curve is approaching and they should slow down.
A green arrow displayed with a red traffic light means:
Answer: Proceed only in the direction of the arrow
A green arrow with a red light means you may move only in the direction indicated by the arrow after yielding to pedestrians and other vehicles.
What does a white rectangular sign generally indicate in Washington?
Answer: Regulatory information or law
White rectangular signs communicate regulatory information such as speed limits, turn restrictions, and other traffic laws.
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