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Forty-one practice questions on the meaning of standard US road signs (federal MUTCD). Every state's permit test covers these signs. State-specific rules and figures are not stated on this site; use your state's official handbook for those.

Question 1 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Stop Sign' sign?
  1. A. Come to a complete stop at the marked stop line, crosswalk, or intersection. Yield the right-of-way to pedestrians and cross traffic before proceeding.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Stop Sign is a regulatory sign. Shape: Octagon. Color: Red and white.
Question 2 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Yield Sign' sign?
  1. A. Slow down and give the right-of-way to traffic on the intersecting road. Stop only if necessary to avoid a collision.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Yield Sign is a regulatory sign. Shape: Inverted triangle. Color: Red and white.
Question 3 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Do Not Enter' sign?
  1. A. You may not enter the road, ramp, or driveway from this direction. Used to prevent wrong-way travel on one-way streets and highway exits.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Do Not Enter is a regulatory sign. Shape: Square. Color: Red and white.
Question 4 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Wrong Way' sign?
  1. A. You are traveling against the legal direction of traffic. Pull over safely, turn around, and re-enter the road in the correct direction.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Wrong Way is a regulatory sign. Shape: Rectangle. Color: Red and white.
Question 5 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'One Way' sign?
  1. A. Traffic on the road moves only in the direction of the arrow. Do not turn against the arrow.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. One Way is a regulatory sign. Shape: Rectangle. Color: Black and white.
Question 6 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'No U-Turn' sign?
  1. A. You may not make a U-turn at this location. Look for an intersection or driveway where U-turns are permitted.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. No U-Turn is a regulatory sign. Shape: Rectangle. Color: Black, white, and red.
Question 7 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'No Left Turn' sign?
  1. A. Left turns are prohibited at the intersection. Continue straight or turn right where allowed.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. No Left Turn is a regulatory sign. Shape: Rectangle. Color: Black, white, and red.
Question 8 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'No Right Turn' sign?
  1. A. Right turns are prohibited at this intersection or driveway.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. No Right Turn is a regulatory sign. Shape: Rectangle. Color: Black, white, and red.
Question 9 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Speed Limit' sign?
  1. A. Maximum legal speed in ideal conditions. Drive slower in rain, fog, snow, or heavy traffic to keep control.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Speed Limit is a regulatory sign. Shape: Rectangle. Color: Black and white.
Question 10 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Minimum Speed Limit' sign?
  1. A. You must travel at least the posted minimum speed unless conditions make it unsafe.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Minimum Speed Limit is a regulatory sign. Shape: Rectangle. Color: Black and white.
Question 11 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'No Passing Zone' sign?
  1. A. You may not pass other vehicles while in this zone, even if it appears clear ahead. The pennant is posted on the left side of the road.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. No Passing Zone is a regulatory sign. Shape: Pennant. Color: Yellow and black.
Question 12 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Keep Right' sign?
  1. A. Stay to the right of a divider, median, or obstruction in the roadway.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Keep Right is a regulatory sign. Shape: Rectangle. Color: Black and white.
Question 13 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Keep Left' sign?
  1. A. Stay to the left of a divider or obstruction.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Keep Left is a regulatory sign. Shape: Rectangle. Color: Black and white.
Question 14 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'No Parking' sign?
  1. A. You may not park your vehicle here. Stopping briefly to load or unload may be allowed depending on additional plaques.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. No Parking is a regulatory sign. Shape: Rectangle. Color: Red and white.
Question 15 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Accessible Parking' sign?
  1. A. Parking reserved for vehicles displaying valid disability plates or placards.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Accessible Parking is a regulatory sign. Shape: Rectangle. Color: Blue and white.
Question 16 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Curve Ahead' sign?
  1. A. The road bends in the direction of the arrow. Reduce speed before the curve and avoid braking inside it.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Curve Ahead is a warning sign. Shape: Diamond. Color: Yellow and black.
Question 17 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Sharp Turn' sign?
  1. A. A sharp 90-degree or tighter turn is ahead. Slow down significantly before entering.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Sharp Turn is a warning sign. Shape: Diamond. Color: Yellow and black.
Question 18 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Merge' sign?
  1. A. Two lanes of traffic combine into one. Adjust speed and position to merge smoothly.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Merge is a warning sign. Shape: Diamond. Color: Yellow and black.
Question 19 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Lane Ends' sign?
  1. A. Your lane is ending. Move into the open lane in advance and yield to traffic already there.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Lane Ends is a warning sign. Shape: Diamond. Color: Yellow and black.
Question 20 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Two-Way Traffic' sign?
  1. A. A divided or one-way road is becoming a two-way road. Stay in the right lane.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Two-Way Traffic is a warning sign. Shape: Diamond. Color: Yellow and black.
Question 21 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Pedestrian Crossing' sign?
  1. A. Pedestrians may be crossing the road. Slow down and be ready to stop.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Pedestrian Crossing is a warning sign. Shape: Pentagon or diamond. Color: Fluorescent yellow-green.
Question 22 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'School Zone' sign?
  1. A. You are entering a school zone. Reduced speed limits apply during posted hours and when children are present.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. School Zone is a warning sign. Shape: Pentagon. Color: Fluorescent yellow-green.
Question 23 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'School Crossing' sign?
  1. A. Children may be crossing here on the way to school. Stop for any pedestrian in the crosswalk.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. School Crossing is a warning sign. Shape: Pentagon. Color: Fluorescent yellow-green.
Question 24 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Deer Crossing' sign?
  1. A. Wildlife may enter the roadway, especially at dawn and dusk. Scan the shoulders.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Deer Crossing is a warning sign. Shape: Diamond. Color: Yellow and black.
Question 25 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Slippery When Wet' sign?
  1. A. Pavement may be slick during rain or snow. Reduce speed and avoid sudden braking or steering.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Slippery When Wet is a warning sign. Shape: Diamond. Color: Yellow and black.
Question 26 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Bump' sign?
  1. A. A raised section of pavement is ahead. Slow down to protect your suspension and stay in control.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Bump is a warning sign. Shape: Diamond. Color: Yellow and black.
Question 27 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Dip' sign?
  1. A. A low place in the road is ahead. Slow down — water can collect during heavy rain.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Dip is a warning sign. Shape: Diamond. Color: Yellow and black.
Question 28 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Railroad Crossing' sign?
  1. A. A railroad crossing is ahead. Look, listen, and be ready to stop. Never try to outrun a train.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Railroad Crossing is a warning sign. Shape: Round. Color: Yellow and black.
Question 29 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Stop Ahead' sign?
  1. A. A stop sign is coming up. Begin slowing in advance, especially if visibility is limited.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Stop Ahead is a warning sign. Shape: Diamond. Color: Yellow and black.
Question 30 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Signal Ahead' sign?
  1. A. A traffic signal is ahead, often around a curve or hill. Be prepared to stop.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Signal Ahead is a warning sign. Shape: Diamond. Color: Yellow and black.
Question 31 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Low Clearance' sign?
  1. A. The bridge or overpass ahead has limited vertical clearance. Tall vehicles must find another route.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Low Clearance is a warning sign. Shape: Diamond. Color: Yellow and black.
Question 32 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Narrow Bridge' sign?
  1. A. The bridge ahead is narrower than the road. Slow down and stay centered in your lane.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Narrow Bridge is a warning sign. Shape: Diamond. Color: Yellow and black.
Question 33 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Route Marker' sign?
  1. A. Identifies the highway route number — Interstate (red, white, blue), US route (white shield), or state route.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Route Marker is a guide sign. Shape: Shield, square, or pentagon. Color: Varies by route.
Question 34 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Exit Sign' sign?
  1. A. Identifies an upcoming highway exit, its number, and the destination it serves.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Exit Sign is a guide sign. Shape: Rectangle. Color: Green and white.
Question 35 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Mile Marker' sign?
  1. A. Helps you measure distance and report your location to emergency services.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Mile Marker is a guide sign. Shape: Small rectangle. Color: Green and white.
Question 36 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Rest Area' sign?
  1. A. Indicates an upcoming rest area with parking, restrooms, and often picnic facilities.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Rest Area is a guide sign. Shape: Rectangle. Color: Blue and white.
Question 37 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Hospital' sign?
  1. A. Directs drivers to a nearby hospital or emergency medical facility.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Hospital is a guide sign. Shape: Rectangle. Color: Blue and white.
Question 38 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Road Work Ahead' sign?
  1. A. Workers and equipment are on or near the road ahead. Reduce speed and watch for flaggers.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Road Work Ahead is a construction sign. Shape: Diamond. Color: Orange and black.
Question 39 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Flagger Ahead' sign?
  1. A. A flagger will direct traffic. Obey their signals — they have the same legal authority as a posted sign.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Flagger Ahead is a construction sign. Shape: Diamond. Color: Orange and black.
Question 40 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Detour' sign?
  1. A. The normal route is closed. Follow the arrows to use the marked alternate route.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Detour is a construction sign. Shape: Rectangle. Color: Orange and black.
Question 41 of 41 · Road Signs
Which best describes the meaning of the 'Lane Closed Ahead' sign?
  1. A. A travel lane is closed for work. Merge early into the open lane.
  2. B. Drivers may ignore this sign at low speed.
  3. C. This sign applies only to commercial vehicles.
  4. D. This sign indicates a tourist destination.
Answer: A. Lane Closed Ahead is a construction sign. Shape: Diamond. Color: Orange and black.