K53 Learners Road Signs Warning and Information

Question 1

In South Africa, what shape and colour identifies a warning sign?

Accepted Answer

Triangular with a red border (or diamond-shaped temporary)

Answer

Permanent warning signs are triangular with a red border on a white background. Temporary (roadworks) warning signs are diamond-shaped with a yellow background.

Question 2

A triangular warning sign shows two children walking. What does it warn of?

Accepted Answer

A school or children crossing ahead

Answer

The children symbol warns that a school, pedestrian crossing or area with children is ahead. Reduce speed and be ready to stop.

Question 3

What does a warning sign showing a symbol of slippery road (a car with wavy skid lines) tell you?

Accepted Answer

The road may be slippery when wet

Answer

The slippery road sign warns that the surface may be slippery, especially when wet. Slow down and avoid sudden braking or steering.

Question 4

A diamond-shaped yellow sign is displayed at roadworks. What does its shape tell you?

Accepted Answer

It is a temporary warning sign at roadworks or a hazard

Answer

Diamond-shaped signs with a yellow background are temporary warning signs, used mainly at roadworks and short-term hazards.

Question 5

A blue rectangular sign with a white 'H' and a symbol means what?

Accepted Answer

Hospital ahead (information sign)

Answer

Blue rectangular signs are information/guidance signs. A white 'H' indicates a hospital is nearby.

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K53 Learners Road Signs Warning and Information