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Question 1Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

On a New Jersey road with no posted speed limit and no other special conditions, what is the default speed limit in a business or residential district?

  1. 30 mph
  2. 25 mph Correct answer.
  3. 35 mph
  4. 50 mph

Explanation

New Jersey law sets the default (statutory) speed at 25 mph in business and residential districts when no other limit is posted. Outside those districts, the default rises to 50 mph unless signs say otherwise. Drivers must slow below the default when conditions such as rain, fog, or heavy traffic require it.

Question 2Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A regulatory sign shows a black arrow curving to the left inside a yellow circle with a diagonal slash. What does this sign tell you?

  1. Left turns are prohibited at this intersection Correct answer.
  2. The left lane ends ahead and must merge right
  3. A left turn is required from the left lane
  4. A left turn is permitted only on a green arrow

Explanation

A yellow circle with a black slash over a directional arrow is the standard prohibition symbol, so a slashed left-curving arrow means no left turn. The sign is regulatory because it restricts a maneuver rather than merely warning of a hazard. Drivers who need to go left must use an alternate route or intersection.

Question 3Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

You approach a steady red traffic signal and a sign reading NO TURN ON RED. What must you do?

  1. Stop, then turn right after yielding to traffic
  2. Stop only if other vehicles are present
  3. Stop and remain stopped until the signal turns green Correct answer.
  4. Slow down and turn right if the road is clear

Explanation

The NO TURN ON RED sign removes the usual permission to turn right after a full stop at a red light. You must stop at the limit line or crosswalk and wait for a green signal before proceeding. Turning during the red would violate the posted restriction even if traffic is clear.

Question 4Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

What does a white rectangular sign with a black symbol of a bicycle and the word LANE indicate?

  1. Bicycles are prohibited beyond this point
  2. A lane is reserved for bicycle use Correct answer.
  3. Bicycles must yield to motor vehicles
  4. A bicycle crossing is ahead

Explanation

A white regulatory sign marking a bicycle lane designates that portion of the roadway for bicycle travel. Motor vehicles may generally not drive or park in a designated bike lane. The sign regulates lane use rather than warning of a crossing hazard.

Question 5Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A curb is painted yellow. What parking rule applies?

  1. Parking is allowed for up to 15 minutes
  2. Parking is prohibited at all times
  3. Parking is prohibited during specified hours shown on nearby signs Correct answer.
  4. Parking is reserved for commercial loading only at all times

Explanation

Yellow curb markings in New Jersey indicate a parking restriction that applies only during the hours or days posted on nearby signs. Outside those times, parking may be permitted. Drivers must read the accompanying sign rather than assuming a permanent ban.

Question 6Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

What is the meaning of a red curb in New Jersey?

  1. Passenger drop-off only
  2. Handicapped parking only
  3. No stopping or standing at any time Correct answer.
  4. Fire lane with no parking during business hours

Explanation

Red curb markings indicate that stopping, standing, and parking are prohibited at all times. The restriction applies continuously, not just during posted hours. Fire lanes are typically marked with their own signs and yellow or red paint plus lettering.

Question 7Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A white sign with a left-pointing arrow and the word ONLY is posted over a lane. What does it require?

  1. Traffic in that lane must turn left at the next intersection Correct answer.
  2. Left turns are prohibited from that lane
  3. The left lane is closed ahead
  4. Traffic in that lane may turn left or continue straight

Explanation

A lane-use control sign with an arrow and ONLY means the movement shown is the only one permitted from that lane. Drivers in the lane must make the left turn rather than continuing straight. Drivers who want to go straight should move to a different lane before the intersection.

Question 8Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

What does a white rectangular sign reading STOP HERE ON RED indicate?

  1. You may proceed through a red light after stopping at the sign
  2. You must stop at the sign when the signal is red, even if the stop line is farther ahead Correct answer.
  3. The signal is a flashing red and you must stop before entering
  4. You must stop at the sign before turning right on red

Explanation

STOP HERE ON RED marks the point where vehicles must stop when facing a red signal, often because the limit line is set back from the intersection. Stopping there satisfies the red-light requirement before the signal turns green. It does not authorize proceeding through the red.

Question 9Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A sign shows a black arrow curving right inside a yellow circle with a diagonal slash. A driver who needs to turn right should do what?

  1. Turn right after stopping completely
  2. Continue to a different intersection where the turn is allowed Correct answer.
  3. Turn right after yielding to pedestrians only
  4. Turn right only when the signal is green

Explanation

The slashed arrow is a no-right-turn sign, so the maneuver is prohibited at that location regardless of signal color. The driver must find another route, such as a later intersection or a loop through the block. Yielding or waiting for a green light does not make the prohibited turn legal.

Question 10Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

You are driving in the left lane of a multi-lane road and see a sign reading LEFT LANE FOR PASSING ONLY. What does this require of you?

  1. You must merge right immediately regardless of traffic
  2. You should use the left lane only to overtake slower traffic, then return right Correct answer.
  3. You may not exceed the speed limit while in the left lane
  4. You must stay in the left lane until the next exit

Explanation

A LEFT LANE FOR PASSING ONLY sign makes the left lane a passing lane rather than a general travel lane. Drivers should use it to overtake and then move back to the right when it is safe. Remaining in the lane while not passing defeats the purpose of the restriction.

Question 11Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A white sign with a black arrow pointing straight and a second arrow curving right, with the word ONLY, is posted over a lane. What movement does the lane allow?

  1. Any movement except left turns
  2. Straight only
  3. Straight or right turn only Correct answer.
  4. Right turn only

Explanation

When a lane-use sign shows two permitted movements joined with ONLY, drivers in that lane may make either of the shown movements. Here the lane permits going straight or turning right. A left turn from that lane would violate the sign.

Question 12Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A yellow diamond sign shows a black arrow curving left with the word ONLY beneath it. How does this differ from a white ONLY sign over a lane?

  1. The yellow sign marks a left-turn lane for buses only
  2. The yellow sign requires all traffic to turn left ahead Correct answer.
  3. The yellow sign warns that the road curves left and no other route exists
  4. The yellow sign permits a left turn on red

Explanation

A yellow ONLY sign with a turn arrow is a regulatory mandatory-movement sign telling drivers they must turn left at that point. The yellow background draws attention because the requirement may surprise drivers. It does not merely warn of a curve or create a bus-only lane.

Question 13Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A sign reads NO PARKING 8 AM TO 6 PM MON THROUGH FRI. It is Saturday at 10 AM. What does the sign allow?

  1. No parking at any time on Saturday
  2. Parking permitted, subject to any other posted restrictions Correct answer.
  3. Parking permitted only for 30 minutes
  4. Parking permitted only for commercial vehicles

Explanation

The restriction applies only during the days and hours listed on the sign. Saturday is outside the Monday-through-Friday window, so the prohibition does not apply, though other signs or rules may still restrict parking. Drivers should check for additional posted limits before leaving the vehicle.

Question 14Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A white sign with a black arrow pointing down and to the right, placed beside a lane, marks what?

  1. A shoulder open to parking
  2. A right-turn lane that begins at that point Correct answer.
  3. A right turn prohibited ahead
  4. A lane that ends and must merge right

Explanation

A lane-designation sign with a diagonal arrow indicates that the lane at that location is a right-turn lane. Drivers intending to turn right should enter it, while through traffic stays in the adjacent lane. It is not a merge or lane-end warning.

Question 15Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A sign reads SPEED LIMIT 45 and below it a smaller sign reads WHEN FLASHING. The lights are not flashing. What limit applies?

  1. 45 mph at all times
  2. No limit, because the sign is inactive
  3. The default statutory speed limit for that road type Correct answer.
  4. 45 mph only for trucks

Explanation

A WHEN FLASHING plaque makes the posted limit conditional, applying only while the beacons are active, typically during school hours or hazardous conditions. When the lights are off, the normal statutory or permanently posted limit for that road governs. There is never a situation with no speed limit.

Question 16Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A black-on-white sign reads BRIDGE FREEZES BEFORE ROADWAY. This sign is best classified as which type?

  1. A construction sign marking a work zone
  2. A warning sign alerting drivers to ice risk Correct answer.
  3. A regulatory sign imposing a lower speed
  4. A guide sign showing a route

Explanation

The sign warns of a hazard, ice forming earlier on a bridge deck than on the adjacent roadway, so it functions as a warning sign. Warning signs generally use yellow backgrounds, but this message appears on white in some installations and still alerts rather than regulates. Drivers should slow and avoid sudden braking on the bridge.

Question 17Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

You see a white sign reading NO STANDING. What does this prohibit?

  1. Parking only, with brief stops allowed
  2. Stopping only during rush hours
  3. Stopping temporarily to wait, even with the engine running and a driver present Correct answer.
  4. Driving below the minimum speed

Explanation

NO STANDING prohibits a vehicle from remaining stationary to wait, whether or not the driver stays behind the wheel. It is stricter than a no-parking sign, which still allows brief stops to load or unload passengers. Drivers picking someone up must find a location without a standing restriction.

Question 18Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

At an intersection with a flashing yellow arrow for left turns, what does the signal require?

  1. You may turn left after yielding to oncoming traffic and pedestrians Correct answer.
  2. Left turns may proceed without yielding
  3. You must stop and wait for a green arrow
  4. Left turns are prohibited until the arrow turns green

Explanation

A flashing yellow arrow permits a left turn only after yielding to oncoming traffic and pedestrians. It does not require a full stop, but it does not give the right of way either. A steady green arrow, by contrast, gives protected right of way.

Question 19Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A sign shows a black letter P inside a red circle with a diagonal slash. What does it mean?

  1. Parking is allowed for 2 hours
  2. No parking at any time Correct answer.
  3. Parking is prohibited only overnight
  4. Parking is permitted for permit holders only

Explanation

A red circle with a slash over the letter P is the universal no-parking symbol. The restriction applies continuously unless a supplementary plaque states hours. Permit parking and time limits use different signs with words or numbers.

Question 20Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A white sign reads KEEP RIGHT OF TRAFFIC ISLAND. What action does it require?

  1. Pass the island on its left side
  2. Stop before the island
  3. Pass the island on its right side Correct answer.
  4. Turn around at the island

Explanation

The sign directs drivers to keep to the right of the traffic island, meaning the island stays on the driver's left. Passing on the left side would put the vehicle in opposing or restricted space. The sign regulates the path of travel around the island.

Question 21Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A sign reads TRUCKS USE LOW GEAR. What is the purpose of this regulatory sign?

  1. To require trucks to reduce speed to 25 mph
  2. To set a minimum speed for trucks
  3. To warn truck drivers of a steep downgrade and direct them to use engine braking Correct answer.
  4. To prohibit trucks from the right lane

Explanation

The sign alerts heavy vehicles to a steep descent and directs drivers to use a low gear so engine braking helps control speed. Relying only on service brakes on a long downgrade can cause them to overheat and fade. The sign does not set a numeric speed or restrict lanes.

Question 22Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A white sign shows a black arrow curving left with a red slash through it and the words NO U TURN beneath. A driver who misses a turn and wants to reverse direction should do what?

  1. Make a three-point turn in the roadway
  2. Make a U-turn after stopping completely
  3. Make a U-turn only when no traffic is visible
  4. Continue ahead and use a permitted route to reverse direction Correct answer.

Explanation

The NO U TURN sign prohibits the U-turn at that location regardless of traffic conditions. A three-point turn in traffic is also unsafe and generally illegal where it interferes with other vehicles. The driver should continue to a location where reversing direction is legal and safe.

Question 23Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A sign reads SPEED LIMIT 55 with a smaller plaque reading MINIMUM 40. How should a driver interpret the two numbers?

  1. Drive at exactly 55 mph at all times
  2. Ignore the minimum because only the maximum is enforceable
  3. Keep speed between 40 and 55 mph under normal conditions Correct answer.
  4. Drive at least 55 mph but no more than 40 in curves

Explanation

The two signs together set a speed range: no faster than 55 mph and no slower than 40 mph under normal conditions. Driving far below the minimum impedes traffic and can itself be unsafe. Conditions such as weather may justify slower speeds even where a minimum is posted.

Question 24Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A white sign reads NO TURN ON RED with a supplementary plaque reading 7 AM TO 9 AM AND 4 PM TO 6 PM. It is 12 PM. What applies?

  1. Right turn on red is allowed without stopping
  2. Right turn on red is prohibited because the sign is present
  3. Right turn on red is prohibited until the next green
  4. Right turn on red is allowed after a full stop and yield Correct answer.

Explanation

The time plaque limits the no-turn-on-red restriction to the stated hours, so at noon the standard right-on-red rule applies. That rule requires a complete stop, a yield to pedestrians and traffic, and no turn where otherwise prohibited. Outside the plaque hours the restriction is inactive.

Question 25Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A sign reads BUSES ONLY over a lane, and a separate sign reads RIGHT TURN ONLY for the adjacent lane. A driver in the bus lane who needs to turn right should do what?

  1. Stop in the bus lane and wait for a gap
  2. Remain in the bus lane and turn right from it
  3. Turn right from the bus lane only if no bus is visible
  4. Move to the right-turn lane before the intersection if it is safe to do so Correct answer.

Explanation

The bus-only designation excludes general traffic, so a driver cannot use that lane even briefly to reach the turn. The driver should merge into the right-turn lane in advance when a safe gap exists. Making the turn from the bus lane would violate the lane restriction.

Question 26Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A white rectangular sign reads SPEED LIMIT 25. Under New Jersey law, what does this sign establish for the road segment where it is posted?

  1. A minimum speed that all traffic must maintain
  2. The speed limit that applies only to trucks and buses
  3. An advisory speed recommended only in bad weather
  4. The maximum lawful speed under normal conditions Correct answer.

Explanation

A black-on-white SPEED LIMIT sign is a regulatory sign that sets the maximum lawful speed on that road under favorable conditions. Driving faster than the posted number is a violation regardless of traffic flow. Advisory speeds, by contrast, appear on yellow warning signs and are recommendations rather than limits.

Question 27Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

You approach an intersection where a red octagonal STOP sign is posted and no stop line or crosswalk is painted. Where must you stop?

  1. At the point nearest the intersecting roadway where you have a view of cross traffic Correct answer.
  2. Ten feet past the corner so your vehicle clears the crosswalk area
  3. Anywhere within the intersection as long as you slow to a crawl
  4. Only if another vehicle is visible approaching on the cross street

Explanation

A STOP sign requires a complete halt. When no stop line or crosswalk exists, New Jersey requires stopping at the point nearest the intersection that gives a view of approaching traffic. Rolling through or stopping beyond the corner defeats the purpose of the sign.

Question 28Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A downward-pointing red-and-white triangular sign is posted at the entrance to a ramp where your road merges with a highway. What does this sign require of you?

  1. Slow or stop as needed and give the right of way to highway traffic Correct answer.
  2. Yield only to vehicles approaching from behind on the ramp
  3. Come to a complete stop in every case before entering the highway
  4. Accelerate to highway speed and merge without checking for other vehicles

Explanation

The inverted triangle is the YIELD sign. It requires you to slow down or stop if necessary and let conflicting traffic proceed before you enter or cross. Unlike a STOP sign, a full stop is required only when traffic conditions demand it.

Question 29Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A white rectangular sign reads NO PARKING ANY TIME. What does this prohibit?

  1. Loading or unloading cargo with the vehicle attended
  2. Leaving a vehicle unattended at the curb for any length of time Correct answer.
  3. Stopping briefly to let a passenger out of the vehicle
  4. Waiting in the vehicle with the engine running for a short period

Explanation

NO PARKING prohibits leaving a vehicle standing at the curb, whether or not anyone remains inside. Brief stops to pick up or drop off passengers are generally still permitted unless a stricter NO STANDING or NO STOPPING sign applies.

Question 30Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A white sign with a black arrow pointing left and the word ONE WAY beneath it is mounted facing you. What does it tell you about that street?

  1. The left lane of your road is reserved for turning traffic
  2. The street is closed to traffic entering from your direction
  3. You must turn left because the cross street is one way
  4. Traffic on that street moves only in the direction the arrow points Correct answer.

Explanation

A ONE WAY sign with an arrow shows the single permitted direction of travel on that roadway. It does not command you to turn; it informs you that entering against the arrow would be wrong-way driving.

Question 31Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A white sign shows a black arrow pointing straight ahead with the word ONLY beneath it, mounted beside a lane. What does it mean for a driver in that lane?

  1. The lane ends ahead and traffic must merge into the adjacent lane
  2. The lane is reserved for through traffic that is passing slower vehicles
  3. The lane permits travel straight through only; turning from it is not allowed Correct answer.
  4. Straight-ahead travel is recommended but turns are also permitted

Explanation

An arrow with ONLY is a mandatory lane-use sign: it designates the only movement allowed from that lane. A driver who wants to turn must be in a different lane posted for that turn. The restriction is regulatory, so violating it is a traffic infraction.

Question 32Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A white sign reads NO LEFT TURN, and beneath it a smaller plaque reads 4 PM TO 6 PM. It is 2 PM on a weekday. What does the sign allow?

  1. A left turn, because the restriction applies only during the posted hours Correct answer.
  2. No left turn, because the top sign overrides the time plaque
  3. A left turn only if no oncoming traffic is present
  4. No left turn, because time plaques are advisory and never limit a sign

Explanation

A supplementary plaque limits the operation of the regulatory sign above it to the stated times. Outside 4 PM to 6 PM the prohibition does not apply, so a left turn is lawful if otherwise permitted. The plaque modifies the sign rather than merely advising.

Question 33Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A white sign reads SPEED LIMIT 50, and a smaller plaque below it reads TRUCKS 35. What do the two numbers mean for a passenger car driver?

  1. The 35 mph figure applies to cars towing trailers and the 50 mph to all others
  2. The car must slow to 35 mph whenever a truck is nearby
  3. All vehicles must travel between 35 and 50 mph on this road
  4. The car may travel up to 50 mph while trucks are limited to 35 mph Correct answer.

Explanation

A speed sign with a truck plaque sets a lower maximum for trucks while the main figure governs other vehicles. A passenger car is therefore held to the 50 mph figure. The truck number is a separate ceiling for a class of vehicle, not a range for everyone.

Question 34Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A white sign with a black arrow curving right and a red circle-and-slash symbol over it is posted at an intersection. What does the sign prohibit?

  1. Entering the road to the right on foot
  2. Continuing straight through the intersection
  3. Turning right at that location Correct answer.
  4. Turning right only during rush hours

Explanation

A black directional arrow inside a red circle with a diagonal slash is the standard prohibition symbol. Applied to a right-curving arrow, it forbids right turns at that intersection. The slash, not the arrow alone, creates the prohibition.

Question 35Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A white sign reads KEEP RIGHT. What does this regulatory sign direct a driver to do?

  1. Turn right at the next intersection
  2. Pass to the right of the traffic island or obstruction ahead Correct answer.
  3. Give the right of way to traffic on the right
  4. Stay in the right lane at all times on any road

Explanation

KEEP RIGHT directs traffic to pass on the right side of a median, island, or other obstruction. It is a regulatory sign about positioning around a specific feature, not a general lane requirement or a turning instruction.

Question 36Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A sign reads NO TURN ON RED, and a plaque below reads 7 AM TO 9 AM AND 4 PM TO 6 PM MON THROUGH FRI. It is 8 AM on Tuesday. What may a driver do?

  1. Turn right on red after stopping, as at any other intersection
  2. Turn right on red only after yielding to pedestrians in the crosswalk
  3. Turn left on red onto a one-way street
  4. Wait at the red light until it turns green before turning Correct answer.

Explanation

The plaque makes the no-turn-on-red rule active during the Tuesday morning window, so the driver must wait for a green light. Outside the listed hours, a right turn on red after a full stop would generally be allowed. The prohibition covers the turn, not merely the failure to yield.

Question 37Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A white sign reads NO STANDING. How does this restriction differ from NO PARKING?

  1. It forbids only overnight parking and permits daytime waiting
  2. It applies only to commercial vehicles making deliveries
  3. It forbids waiting at the curb even with a driver present, allowing only brief stops to load or unload passengers Correct answer.
  4. It forbids all stopping, including momentarily picking up a passenger

Explanation

NO STANDING bars a vehicle from remaining at the curb, whether occupied or not, so waiting with a driver inside is prohibited. A brief stop to take on or let off a passenger is still allowed. NO STOPPING is the stricter sign that bars even those momentary stops.

Question 38Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A white sign over a lane displays a red X. What does it require of a driver approaching that lane?

  1. Use that lane only when passing a slower vehicle
  2. Reduce speed but continue using the lane if it looks clear
  3. Stop before entering the lane and wait for a green arrow
  4. Do not drive in that lane, because it is closed to traffic Correct answer.

Explanation

A red X over a lane means the lane is closed to traffic, often because of a crash, roadwork, or a reversal of flow. Drivers must move out of that lane before reaching it. A green arrow, by contrast, marks a lane open to travel.

Question 39Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A white sign shows a black arrow curving left, crossed by a red slash, with NO U TURN printed beneath it. A driver who has already entered the intersection intending to make a U-turn should do what?

  1. Stop in the intersection and back up to correct the mistake
  2. Reverse direction by making a three-point turn instead
  3. Continue straight and make the U-turn at the next legal opening
  4. Complete the turn only if it can be done safely, since the maneuver was prohibited Correct answer.

Explanation

The sign prohibits U-turns, but once a driver is committed inside the intersection, stopping or reversing would create a greater hazard. The safest course is to finish the maneuver if it can be completed safely and comply with the sign in the future. A three-point turn in traffic is itself dangerous and often unlawful.

Question 40Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A white sign reads SPEED LIMIT 55, and a plaque below reads MINIMUM 40. Traffic is flowing at 35 mph in the right lane. What does the minimum plaque mean for a driver there?

  1. The minimum applies only to the left lane of the highway
  2. The 40 mph figure is advisory and cannot be enforced
  3. The driver must speed up to exactly 55 mph to comply
  4. Traveling below 40 mph impedes traffic and can be cited even though the maximum is 55 Correct answer.

Explanation

A posted minimum speed is regulatory: driving slower than the minimum in ordinary conditions impedes the flow of traffic and is a violation. The sign creates a band between 40 and 55 mph for normal conditions. A driver unable to maintain the minimum because of weather or a vehicle problem should use hazards and consider leaving the road.

Question 41Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A white sign reads RIGHT LANE MUST TURN RIGHT, and a second sign over the adjacent lane reads LEFT TURN ONLY. A driver in the right lane who wants to continue straight should do what?

  1. Ignore the sign if no police officer is present
  2. Follow the mandatory right turn and reroute afterward Correct answer.
  3. Continue straight from the right lane because through travel takes priority
  4. Change lanes after entering the intersection

Explanation

Mandatory lane-use signs assign each lane a required movement, so a driver in the right lane must turn right even if the intended route continues straight. The correct response is to make the required turn and find a legal route back. Changing lanes inside the intersection or ignoring the sign is unlawful.

Question 42Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A white sign reads NO PARKING 7 AM TO 4 PM SCHOOL DAYS. It is a school day at 5 PM. A driver leaves the car at the curb and returns at 6 PM. What is the status of the vehicle?

  1. Lawfully parked, because the restriction ended at 4 PM Correct answer.
  2. Illegally parked, because the sign applies around the clock on school days
  3. Lawfully parked only if a school permit is displayed
  4. Illegally parked, because school-day restrictions run until dark

Explanation

The time plaque limits the parking ban to 7 AM through 4 PM on school days, so parking at 5 PM falls outside the restriction. The phrase school days narrows which dates count but does not extend the hours. No permit is mentioned on the sign.

Question 43Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A white sign reads DO NOT PASS, and a second sign further along reads PASS WITH CARE. How should a driver interpret the difference between the two?

  1. Both signs forbid passing for the next several miles
  2. The first is advisory and the second is enforceable
  3. The first applies only to trucks and the second only to cars
  4. The first forbids passing entirely; the second permits passing when it can be done safely Correct answer.

Explanation

DO NOT PASS is a regulatory prohibition on overtaking in that zone, usually because of limited sight distance. PASS WITH CARE marks the end of the prohibition and returns responsibility to the driver to judge whether an overtake is safe. Both signs are regulatory, but they impose different duties.

Question 44Regulatory signs (speed limits, stop, yield, lane use, turning, parking restrictions)

A white sign mounted at a parking space shows a wheelchair symbol and the words VAN ACCESSIBLE. What does the sign require of a driver without a valid placard or plate?

  1. The space may be used briefly if no accessible space remains
  2. The space may be used only by vans of any kind
  3. The space may be used after business hours
  4. The space may not be used, and parking there can result in a fine Correct answer.

Explanation

Accessible parking signs are regulatory: only vehicles displaying a valid placard or accessible plate may use the space. The VAN ACCESSIBLE marking means the space is sized for a side-loading lift or ramp, so an unauthorized vehicle blocks access for a driver who needs it. Misuse carries fines and possible towing.

Question 45Warning signs (curves, intersections, pedestrian and school crossings, road conditions, work zones)

You are driving on a two-lane road and see a yellow diamond sign showing a black arrow curving to the right. What does this sign tell you about the road ahead?

  1. Traffic must turn right at the next intersection
  2. The right lane ends ahead
  3. The road curves to the left ahead
  4. The road curves to the right ahead Correct answer.

Explanation

Yellow diamond signs are warning signs, and the arrow on the curve sign shows the direction the road bends. A right-curving arrow means the roadway curves to the right, so you should slow down before entering the curve.

Question 46Warning signs (curves, intersections, pedestrian and school crossings, road conditions, work zones)

A yellow diamond sign shows two vertical arrows, one pointing up and one pointing down, side by side. What condition does this warn of?

  1. A divided highway begins ahead
  2. A railroad crossing ahead
  3. A passing lane opens ahead
  4. Two-way traffic ahead Correct answer.

Explanation

The two-way traffic warning sign uses opposing vertical arrows to alert drivers that they will soon share the road with oncoming vehicles. It is commonly placed where a divided highway or one-way street transitions into an undivided road.

Question 47Warning signs (curves, intersections, pedestrian and school crossings, road conditions, work zones)

While approaching a crosswalk you see a yellow diamond sign with a pedestrian symbol. What is the primary purpose of this sign?

  1. To warn drivers that pedestrians may be crossing ahead Correct answer.
  2. To indicate that pedestrians are prohibited
  3. To show the location of a bus stop
  4. To mark a parking area for pedestrians

Explanation

The pedestrian crossing warning sign alerts drivers that people may be walking across or along the roadway ahead. Drivers should reduce speed and be ready to stop, especially where visibility is limited.

Question 48Warning signs (curves, intersections, pedestrian and school crossings, road conditions, work zones)

A yellow pentagon-shaped sign appears on the roadside. What does this shape and color combination indicate?

  1. A rest area ahead
  2. A hospital zone ahead
  3. A school zone or school crossing ahead Correct answer.
  4. A construction zone ahead

Explanation

The five-sided yellow sign is reserved for school areas, warning drivers that children may be crossing or walking near the road. Drivers should slow down and watch carefully, particularly during school hours.

Question 49Warning signs (curves, intersections, pedestrian and school crossings, road conditions, work zones)

You approach a work zone and see orange diamond signs and orange cones along the shoulder. What do the orange signs generally indicate?

  1. Historical site markers
  2. Recreational area directions
  3. Temporary conditions related to road work Correct answer.
  4. Permanent traffic regulations

Explanation

Orange is the standard color for construction and maintenance warning signs because it signals temporary conditions. Drivers should expect lane shifts, reduced speeds, and workers near the roadway in these areas.

Question 50Warning signs (curves, intersections, pedestrian and school crossings, road conditions, work zones)

A yellow diamond sign shows a symbol of a car with wavy skid marks behind it. What does this sign warn drivers about?

  1. A slippery road surface ahead Correct answer.
  2. A sharp curve to the left ahead
  3. A railroad crossing ahead
  4. A steep hill ahead

Explanation

The slippery when wet sign uses a car with skid marks to warn that the road surface may lose traction, especially during rain or freezing conditions. Drivers should slow down and avoid sudden braking or steering.