Ch. 4 Practice Flashcards
What does the color red on signs mean?
Stop/not allowed
Red indicates a prohibition or a complete stop is required.
What does the color yellow on signs indicate?
Caution/warning
Yellow signals that drivers should be careful or alert.
What does black on white signify in traffic signs?
Regulatory: specific laws/rules
Black on white signs provide specific regulations that must be followed.
What do green signs represent?
Directions
Green signs give directional information to drivers.
What does the color orange on signs indicate?
Construction
Orange is used to warn drivers of construction zones.
What do blue signs provide information about?
Services
Blue signs indicate services available to drivers, such as gas stations or rest areas.
What does brown on signs represent?
Parks/Recreation
Brown signs direct drivers to parks and recreational areas.
Define the shape of a sideways triangle in traffic signs.
No Passing Zone
Indicates areas where passing is prohibited.
What does a circle shape signify in traffic signs?
RR Crossing
Denotes a railroad crossing ahead.
What is represented by a rectangle shape in traffic signs?
Regulatory: Specific Laws
Regulatory signs are often rectangular and inform about laws.
What does an octagon shape indicate in traffic signs?
Stop
An octagonal sign mandates a complete stop.
What is the meaning of a triangle shape in traffic signs?
Yield
A triangular sign instructs drivers to yield to other traffic.
What does a pentagon shape indicate in traffic signs?
School Zone
Informs drivers of a school zone where children may be present.
What does a diamond shape signify in traffic signs?
Warning
Diamond signs warn drivers of potential hazards.
Can you turn Right on a Red Light?
Yes
Turning right on red is allowed after following specific steps.
What steps must be followed to turn right on a red light?
Stop behind line/signal, Look for peds & pull forward, Look for traffic & go when clear
These steps ensure safety before proceeding.
What does a sign with a red circle and a diagonal slash mean?
Not allowed
This sign indicates that a specific action is prohibited.
List three (3) meanings of white lines on the roadway.
- Separate traffic same direction
- One way road
- Cross walk
White lines help manage traffic flow and pedestrian crossings.
List three (3) meanings of yellow lines on the roadway.
- Opposite Direction
- Pass/no pass lines
- Shared turn lane
Yellow lines indicate traffic direction and passing rules.
What should you do if an officer directs you to go through a red light?
Do what police say
Following police directions takes precedence over traffic signals.
On which side of your vehicle are yellow lines always found?
Left
Yellow lines indicate the left side of the roadway.
Mile markers begin at what borders of the State Line?
South and West
Mile markers are numbered starting from the southern and western borders.
What does a red traffic signal mean?
Stop completely
A red light requires a complete stop at the intersection.
What does a flashing red traffic signal indicate?
Complete stop then proceed when clear
Similar to a stop sign, it requires stopping before proceeding.
What does a yellow traffic signal mean?
Clear the intersection
A yellow light warns that the signal is about to change.
What does a flashing yellow traffic signal indicate?
Proceed with caution
Drivers should be careful when the light is flashing yellow.
What does a green arrow in a traffic signal allow?
Turn in the direction of the arrow
A green arrow indicates that turns are permitted.
What is the term for a traffic signal with a left turn arrow?
Left Turn Light
This signal allows safe left turns.
What should you do if traffic lights are not working?
Treat them as a four-way stop
Inoperative signals require drivers to stop and yield.
If a crosswalk doesn’t have painted lines, do you still respect it as a crosswalk? T/F
True
Crosswalks must be respected regardless of markings.
Can you turn left from Wendy’s into a left turn lane?
Yes
Turning left into a left turn lane is permitted.
The United States has adopted an __________ - __________ __________ of traffic control devices.
Uniform - Traffic Control
This system standardizes traffic signals and signs across the country.
The United States uses __________ rather than __________ messages for traffic control devices.
Symbols - Words
Symbols are often used for quicker recognition and understanding.
