FRSC Road Signs Test cheat sheet

Regulatory signs are usually rectangular or square with a white background and black legend; red is reserved for prohibitions, yielding, and stopping (e.g., STOP, YIELD, NO ENTRY).

A circular sign with a red border and white centre states a prohibition (e.g., no overtaking, speed limit); a blue circle with white symbol states a mandatory instruction (e.g., keep left, minimum speed, compulsory route).

STOP requires a complete halt at the stop line or, if none, at the edge of the intersection, and giving way to all traffic before moving off; a rolling stop is a violation.

YIELD means slow down and give way to traffic on the intersecting road; stop only if necessary - unlike STOP, a full halt is not mandatory when the way is clear.

Speed limit signs show the maximum legal speed in km/h under normal conditions; a lower limit applies in built-up areas only where posted, and limits end where a new sign or an end-of-restriction sign appears.

NO ENTRY (red circle with white horizontal bar) prohibits entry from the direction faced; a one-way street sign is a black arrow on a white rectangle indicating the permitted direction.

Prohibition signs such as no parking, no stopping, and no overtaking apply from the sign until cancelled by an end sign, a new sign, or the next intersection, depending on the sign's design.

A red diagonal line across a blue circle cancels the associated mandatory instruction (end of compulsory route or minimum speed).

Regulatory signs take precedence over road markings and general rules where they conflict, and must be obeyed even when no enforcement officer is present.

Warning signs are typically triangular with a red border and white or yellow background, or diamond-shaped with a yellow background in some jurisdictions; they alert drivers to hazards ahead, not impose rules.

The distance from a warning sign to the hazard is usually stated on a supplementary plate (e.g., '500 m') or implied by the sign's placement in advance of the hazard.

Common warning signs include: pedestrian crossing, school children, cyclists, sharp bend (left or right), double bend, steep hill, slippery road, road narrows, and uneven surface.

A 'crossroads' or 'side road' warning sign indicates an intersection ahead where the driver must be prepared to give way according to the applicable priority rules.

A 'slippery road' sign warns of reduced skid resistance; the driver should reduce speed and avoid sudden braking or steering inputs.

A 'road works' sign warns of construction, lane closures, or altered traffic patterns ahead; temporary speed limits and flaggers may override permanent signs.

A 'traffic signals ahead' warning sign alerts the driver to a signalised intersection where the signal may not be visible until close; reduce speed and prepare to stop.

A 'level crossing' warning sign (with or without barrier) indicates a railway crossing; drivers must be prepared to stop and must not enter if the crossing is blocked.

Warning signs do not grant right-of-way; they only advise of a hazard, and the driver remains responsible for adjusting speed and position accordingly.

Guide signs provide direction, destination, distance, and route information; they are usually rectangular with white text on a green (motorway), blue (major route), or brown (tourist) background depending on the jurisdiction.

Motorway and expressway guide signs use green backgrounds with white lettering; exit signs show the exit number, destination, and distance.

Service signs (fuel, food, accommodation, hospital, telephone) use blue or white backgrounds with pictograms and indicate facilities ahead.

Tourist and recreational signs use brown backgrounds with white text or pictograms.

Route markers identify numbered routes; the shape and colour of the marker indicate the class of road (e.g., national, regional, or local route).

Distance signs show the distance in kilometres to a named destination; the distance is measured along the route, not as a straight line.

A 'dead end' or 'no through road' sign indicates that the road does not continue beyond a certain point; drivers should not enter expecting to pass through.

Information signs may also indicate lane usage (e.g., 'left lane must turn left'), which is advisory and must be read together with road markings and signals.

Guide signs are not regulatory; however, failing to follow a mandatory direction sign (e.g., a lane-use sign with a regulatory arrow) can constitute an offence.

A solid white line along the centre of the road prohibits crossing or overtaking; a broken (dashed) white line permits crossing when it is safe to do so.

A double solid yellow line (or a solid yellow line on the driver's side) prohibits overtaking; a broken yellow line permits overtaking when safe.

A stop line is a solid white line across the lane at an intersection or crossing; vehicles must stop before it when required by a signal or sign.

A zebra crossing consists of broad white stripes parallel to the direction of traffic; pedestrians have priority on the crossing once they have stepped onto it.

Traffic signals follow the sequence red (stop), red-and-amber (prepare to go), green (go if the way is clear), and amber (stop unless it is unsafe to do so).

A flashing amber signal at a pedestrian crossing means drivers must give way to pedestrians on the crossing but may proceed if it is clear.

A green arrow signal permits movement only in the direction of the arrow, provided the way is clear; it does not grant priority over other traffic.

Safety rules include keeping a safe following distance (at least a two-second gap in good conditions, more in wet or poor visibility), wearing seat belts, and not using a hand-held phone while driving.

At an unmarked intersection, the general rule is to give way to traffic approaching from the right (or as specified by local law), and to yield to vehicles already in the intersection.

Mandatory signs may be circular with a blue background and white symbol, or rectangular with a blue background and white arrow, indicating a compulsory direction or action.

A 'keep left' or 'keep right' sign requires the driver to pass the obstacle or traffic island on the indicated side.

A 'minimum speed' sign (blue circle with white number) sets a minimum legal speed for the lane or road under normal conditions.

A 'no U-turn' sign prohibits turning the vehicle around to travel in the opposite direction at that location.

A 'no left turn' or 'no right turn' sign prohibits the indicated turn; a mandatory turn sign (blue circle with arrow) requires the turn.

A 'weight limit' sign restricts vehicles above the stated gross weight; a 'height limit' sign restricts vehicles above the stated height.

A 'no overtaking' sign prohibits passing another vehicle; it is often accompanied by an end-of-prohibition sign or applies until the next intersection.

A 'stop for police' or 'stop for inspection' sign requires the driver to stop at the indicated point for official checks.

Regulatory signs may be supplemented by a plate stating times, days, or exceptions (e.g., 'except buses' or '7 am–7 pm').

Warning signs are placed in advance of the hazard; the distance may be indicated on a supplementary plate or implied by the sign's location.

A 'sharp bend' sign indicates a bend with a small radius; a 'double bend' sign indicates two successive bends in opposite directions.

A 'steep hill' sign indicates a gradient ahead; drivers should select a lower gear and avoid overheating brakes on long descents.

A 'road narrows' sign warns of a reduction in lane width or number; drivers should be prepared to merge or yield.

A 'slippery road' sign warns of reduced friction, often due to rain, ice, or oil; reduce speed and increase following distance.

A 'pedestrian crossing ahead' sign warns of a crossing not controlled by signals; drivers must be prepared to stop for pedestrians.

A 'school zone' sign warns of children crossing near a school; speed limits may be reduced during school hours.

A 'road works' sign warns of construction; temporary signs, cones, and flaggers may override permanent signs and markings.

A 'traffic signals ahead' sign warns of a signalised intersection that may not be visible until close; reduce speed and prepare to stop.

Guide signs are classified by function: advance direction signs (before an intersection), direction signs (at the intersection), and confirmatory signs (after the intersection).

Motorway guide signs use green backgrounds with white text; exit signs show the exit number, destination, and distance.

Service signs use blue backgrounds with white pictograms (fuel, food, hospital, telephone, accommodation).

Tourist signs use brown backgrounds with white text or pictograms.

Route markers identify numbered routes; the shape and colour indicate the class of road (national, regional, or local).

Distance signs show the distance in kilometres to a named destination, measured along the route.

A 'dead end' sign indicates that the road does not continue beyond a certain point.

Lane-use signs (e.g., 'left lane must turn left') are advisory but must be read with road markings and signals.

Guide signs are not regulatory; however, failing to follow a mandatory lane-use sign can constitute an offence.

A solid white centre line prohibits crossing or overtaking; a broken white line permits crossing when safe.

A double solid yellow line prohibits overtaking; a broken yellow line permits overtaking when safe.

A stop line is a solid white line across the lane; vehicles must stop before it when required by a signal or sign.

A zebra crossing consists of broad white stripes parallel to traffic; pedestrians have priority once on the crossing.

Traffic signals follow the sequence red (stop), red-and-amber (prepare to go), green (go if clear), amber (stop unless unsafe).

A flashing amber signal at a pedestrian crossing means give way to pedestrians but proceed if clear.

A green arrow permits movement only in the arrow's direction, provided the way is clear.

Safety rules include a two-second following gap in good conditions, more in wet or poor visibility, seat belt use, and no hand-held phone use.

At an unmarked intersection, give way to traffic from the right (or as local law specifies) and yield to vehicles already in the intersection.