Traffic Sign Shapes

Question 1

Circular

Answer 1

Upcoming railroad crossings

Question 2

Three-Sided signs (all side lengths are equal- basically a upside down triangle)

Answer 2

Warn drivers to slow down when approaching an intersection and to be prepared to come to a complete stop in order to yield to other drivers and/or pedestrians.

Question 3

Pennant-Shaped (sideways long triangle)

Answer 3

Posted on left-hand side of two-way roads to warn drivers not to pass other vehicles on the left.

Question 4

Rectangular

Answer 4

Displays one of the three types of informations.

May convey traffic regulations that drivers must obey (such as speed limits and turn movement prohibitions), may provide helpful information (such as route marker signs that identify a state highway or destination signs that give direction to the next town), may also warn drivers of hazardous conditions (such as a advisory speed sign for a sharp curve in the roadway).

Question 5

Diamond-Shaped

Answer 5

Warns drivers of upcoming road conditions and hazards (a “Divided Highway Ends” sign is an example)

Question 6

Five-sided

Answer 6

Warning to drivers that they are entering an area near a school in which children may be crossing the road.

Question 7

Eight-Sided

Answer 7

Warn drivers that they must stop and yield.