Traffic Signs & Signals
What does a flashing yellow arrow indicate in a turn lane?
proceed with caution; yield
When must you yield to a funeral procession?
Always; do not cut in or pass
What does a solid white line on the right edge of the roadway indicate?
Edge of the roadway
What is the minimum distance you must park from a railroad crossing?
50 feet
What is the penalty for failing to stop for a school bus with flashing red lights?
Fine. Points and possible license suspension
Which type of sign uses a pentagon shape and what does it signify?
School zone or school crossing
What is the correct action when approaching a yield sign and traffic is approaching from the left?
Slow down and yield
What do yellow lines separating lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions signify?
No passing if solid; caution if broken
What does it mean if a curb is painted yellow in a commercial district
loading/unloading zone
When may you legally pass a school bus that is stopped but has no flashing lights?
When the bus is off duty or hazard lights only are flashing
What is the difference between a regulatory sign and a warning sig
Regulatory signs are enforceable by law; warning signs are advisory
Who has the right-of-way when two vehicles meet at an uncontrolled T-intersection?
Vehicle on the through road
What does a reversible lane look like and when is it used?
Double dashed lines; used during rush hour or special traffic flow
What is the legal consequence of parking in a handicapped space without proper credentials?
Fine and possible towing
What should you do if an emergency vehicle approaches while you're in an intersection?
Continue through, then pull over and stop
Under what condition can you legally proceed through a red light?
When making a legal right turn after stopping (unless prohibited)
What should you do if a traffic officer’s signal conflicts with a traffic light?
Follow the officer’s instructions
What does a painted curb with alternating red and white stripes typically mean?
No parking; emergency access zone
How far must you park from a stop sign?
30 feet
What is the rule for stopping when a school bus is stopped on a multi-lane road with no median?
All traffic in both directions must stop
What does a downward-pointing triangle sign instruct drivers to do?
Yield
What is the rule for yielding when entering a highway from an acceleration lane?
Yield to highway traffic
What do double yellow lines with broken segments on one side allow?
Passing allowed from the broken side only
What is the rule for parking on a hill with no curb?
Turn wheels toward the edge of the road
What is the correct response when multiple emergency vehicles are approaching from different directions?
Yield to all; pull over and stop until all have passed