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Question 1Regulatory Signs

On a New Mexico two-lane highway, a white rectangular sign with black lettering reads SPEED LIMIT 55. What does this sign establish?

  1. The speed limit that applies only to trucks
  2. The maximum lawful speed under normal conditions Correct answer.
  3. An advisory speed for curves and ramps only
  4. A minimum speed that all traffic must maintain

Explanation

A white regulatory speed limit sign with black numerals sets the maximum lawful speed for that roadway under favorable conditions. Drivers may travel slower when conditions require, but exceeding the posted number is a violation. Advisory speeds use yellow signs instead.

Question 2Regulatory Signs

You approach a red octagon at an intersection where no other traffic is present. What does this sign require of you?

  1. Yield only to vehicles approaching from the right
  2. Slow down and proceed if the way is clear
  3. Stop only when a pedestrian is present
  4. Come to a complete stop before entering the intersection Correct answer.

Explanation

The eight-sided red STOP sign requires a full stop at the marked stop line, or before the crosswalk or intersection if no line exists. The stop is required regardless of whether other traffic is visible. Rolling stops are a common citation.

Question 3Regulatory Signs

A downward-pointing red and white triangle posted at an intersection means which of the following?

  1. You must stop completely before proceeding
  2. The road ahead is closed to through traffic
  3. Traffic on the cross road must stop for you
  4. You must give the right of way to cross traffic Correct answer.

Explanation

The inverted triangle is the YIELD sign. It requires you to slow down and, if necessary, stop to let cross traffic and pedestrians go first. Unlike a stop sign, a full stop is required only when traffic conditions demand it.

Question 4Regulatory Signs

A white rectangular sign shows a black arrow curving to the left inside a circle with a diagonal slash through it. What does this sign prohibit?

  1. Left turns from this approach
  2. Passing on the left
  3. Entering a left-turn lane
  4. U-turns at this location Correct answer.

Explanation

A U-turn symbol inside a red circle with a slash is the NO U-TURN sign, prohibiting U-turns at that location. The slash through the circle universally marks a prohibition. A left-turn prohibition uses a different arrow symbol without the U shape.

Question 5Regulatory Signs

A red circle with a diagonal slash over a black letter P indicates what?

  1. Parking permitted for permit holders only
  2. Parking allowed for a limited time
  3. A parking lot entrance ahead
  4. No parking at any time Correct answer.

Explanation

The letter P inside a red circle with a slash is the universal NO PARKING sign. It prohibits leaving a vehicle standing at that location. Time-limited parking is shown by green or white signs with specific hours.

Question 6Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black text reads ONE WAY with an arrow pointing right. What does it tell a driver?

  1. The right lane ends ahead
  2. Traffic may proceed only in the direction of the arrow Correct answer.
  3. A right turn is required at the next intersection
  4. The road becomes a divided highway

Explanation

The ONE WAY sign with an arrow indicates that all traffic on that roadway moves in the direction shown. Drivers may not travel against the arrow. It is often paired with a DO NOT ENTER sign at the opposite end of the street.

Question 7Regulatory Signs

A square white sign with a black symbol shows a pedestrian inside a red circle with a slash. What is the effect of this sign?

  1. Pedestrians must use the crosswalk
  2. Pedestrians have the right of way
  3. Pedestrians are prohibited from this area Correct answer.
  4. A crosswalk is located ahead

Explanation

A pedestrian symbol inside a red circle with a slash prohibits pedestrians from that roadway or area, such as a freeway or tunnel. It is a regulatory sign, so violating it is a traffic offense. Crosswalk warnings use yellow diamond signs instead.

Question 8Regulatory Signs

A white rectangular sign with black lettering reads DO NOT ENTER. Where is this sign typically placed?

  1. Along the shoulder of a two-way road
  2. At the exit ramp of a one-way street where traffic approaches you Correct answer.
  3. At the start of a passing zone
  4. At the entrance to a parking facility

Explanation

The DO NOT ENTER sign marks a roadway that traffic may not enter, most often the far end of a one-way street or an exit ramp. Entering against it puts you head-on into oncoming traffic. It is frequently paired with ONE WAY and WRONG WAY signs.

Question 9Regulatory Signs

You are driving in the left lane of a multi-lane highway and see a white sign reading SLOWER TRAFFIC KEEP RIGHT. What action does this sign direct?

  1. All vehicles must move to the right lane immediately
  2. Vehicles moving below the normal flow should use the right lane Correct answer.
  3. Trucks are banned from the left lane at all times
  4. The left lane is reserved for passing only

Explanation

SLOWER TRAFFIC KEEP RIGHT is a regulatory sign reminding drivers traveling below the normal speed of traffic to stay in the right lane. It keeps the left lane open for faster-moving and passing vehicles. It does not order every driver into the right lane.

Question 10Regulatory Signs

A white sign displays a black bicycle symbol with a red circle and slash through it. What does this sign mean for cyclists?

  1. Bicycles are prohibited from this roadway Correct answer.
  2. Bicycles must ride in the designated lane
  3. Cyclists must walk their bikes across the intersection
  4. A bike route begins at this point

Explanation

A bicycle inside a red circle with a slash is a regulatory prohibition barring bicycles from that roadway, commonly a freeway or tunnel. Cyclists must use an alternate route. Bike route and lane signs use a green or white background without a slash.

Question 11Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black text reads NO RIGHT TURN ON RED. What does this sign change about normal right-turn-on-red rules?

  1. It allows a right turn only from the center lane
  2. It permits a right turn on red after a full stop
  3. It requires a right turn when the light is red
  4. It forbids a right turn while the signal is red Correct answer.

Explanation

NO RIGHT TURN ON RED is a regulatory sign that overrides the general permission to turn right after stopping at a red light. At that intersection you must wait for a green signal before turning right. It is often posted where visibility or pedestrian traffic makes the turn unsafe.

Question 12Regulatory Signs

A white regulatory sign shows the word STOP with a small arrow and the words ALL WAY beneath it. How does this sign affect right-of-way at the intersection?

  1. Every approach at the intersection is controlled by stop signs Correct answer.
  2. Only the street with the sign must stop
  3. Traffic on the larger road has priority
  4. Drivers must stop only when another vehicle is present

Explanation

The ALL WAY plaque beneath a STOP sign indicates that all approaches to the intersection are stop-controlled. Drivers arriving together must follow the first-to-arrive, first-to-go rule, and if simultaneous, yield to the vehicle on the right. It prevents drivers from assuming cross traffic has priority.

Question 13Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black numerals reads 45 with the word MINIMUM beneath it. What obligation does this sign create?

  1. You may not drive faster than 45 mph
  2. You must reduce speed to 45 mph in a work zone
  3. Trucks are limited to 45 mph
  4. You should not drive slower than 45 mph in good conditions Correct answer.

Explanation

A MINIMUM SPEED sign sets the lowest speed at which vehicles should travel under normal conditions. Driving substantially below it impedes traffic and can be cited. Drivers may still slow for hazards, weather, or traffic conditions.

Question 14Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black text reads NO PARKING ANY TIME along a city street. Where does the restriction apply?

  1. Only on weekdays
  2. At all hours along the signed stretch Correct answer.
  3. Only during posted business hours
  4. Only when a fire hydrant is nearby

Explanation

The phrase ANY TIME means the no-parking restriction is in force 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The restriction typically extends along the curb for the distance indicated by the sign or markings. Time-limited signs would state specific hours instead.

Question 15Regulatory Signs

A white sign shows a black arrow pointing straight ahead with the word ONLY beneath it. What does this sign require?

  1. You may go straight or turn if traffic allows
  2. You must proceed straight from this lane Correct answer.
  3. You must turn right at the intersection
  4. Straight-through traffic must merge left

Explanation

A lane-use sign with a straight arrow and the word ONLY designates that lane for through traffic exclusively. Drivers in that lane must continue straight and may not turn from it. Lane-use signs are regulatory and enforceable.

Question 16Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black lettering reads KEEP RIGHT with an arrow. When is this sign most useful to a driver?

  1. When merging onto a freeway
  2. When approaching a traffic island or median that must be passed on the right Correct answer.
  3. When preparing to make a left turn
  4. When entering a one-way street

Explanation

KEEP RIGHT directs traffic to pass to the right side of an obstruction such as a median, island, or divider. It clarifies the correct path where the roadway splits. Passing on the wrong side of such an island can put you in oncoming traffic.

Question 17Regulatory Signs

A white sign displays the words LEFT LANE MUST TURN LEFT. A driver in that lane who intends to continue straight should do what?

  1. Turn left and then make a U-turn
  2. Remain in the lane and proceed straight
  3. Stop and wait for the lane to clear
  4. Change to a through lane before the intersection Correct answer.

Explanation

A mandatory turn lane sign means the lane is dedicated to that movement, so continuing straight from it is unlawful and unsafe. Drivers wanting to go straight should move to a through lane well before the intersection. Late lane changes cause sideswipes and block turn lanes.

Question 18Regulatory Signs

At a signalized intersection, a white sign reads NO TURN ON RED. The light is red and you want to turn left. What is the correct action?

  1. Turn left after yielding to oncoming traffic
  2. Sound your horn and proceed when clear
  3. Turn left only if no pedestrians are present
  4. Wait for the signal to turn green before turning Correct answer.

Explanation

NO TURN ON RED prohibits any turn while the signal is red, including left turns where they would otherwise be allowed from a one-way to a one-way street. The driver must wait for a green indication. Yielding does not override the sign.

Question 19Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black text reads NO PASSING ZONE, and it is paired with a solid yellow line on your side of the centerline. What do these indicate together?

  1. The road becomes one-way ahead
  2. Passing is prohibited in your direction of travel Correct answer.
  3. A passing lane opens on the left
  4. Passing is permitted when the oncoming lane is clear

Explanation

The NO PASSING ZONE sign and the solid yellow centerline on your side both indicate that passing is prohibited for traffic moving in your direction. The restriction usually reflects limited sight distance or a hazard. Passing is allowed only when the line on your side is broken.

Question 20Regulatory Signs

A white sign shows a red circle with a slash over a black arrow turning left, and a smaller plaque beneath reads EXCEPT BUSES. How should a bus driver interpret this sign?

  1. Buses must turn left at this intersection
  2. The left turn is prohibited for all vehicles
  3. The left turn is allowed for buses only Correct answer.
  4. Buses are prohibited from the left lane

Explanation

The prohibition sign bars left turns generally, while the EXCEPT plaque creates a specific exception for the named vehicle type. Reading the plaque is essential because it changes who is bound by the restriction. Other drivers remain prohibited from turning left.

Question 21Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black lettering reads TRUCKS USE LOW GEAR. Why is this regulatory sign placed on a steep downgrade?

  1. To limit truck speeds to the posted minimum
  2. To keep trucks from blocking the left lane
  3. To require trucks to stop at a checkpoint
  4. To reduce brake fade by using engine braking on the descent Correct answer.

Explanation

On long or steep downgrades, continuous service braking can overheat and fade, so trucks are directed to use a low gear for engine braking. The sign is regulatory and targets heavy vehicles specifically. It addresses braking safety rather than lane discipline or speed minimums.

Question 22Regulatory Signs

A white sign reads RIGHT LANE ENDS, MERGE LEFT, and a second sign shows a black arrow with the word ONLY. How should a driver in the ending lane respond?

  1. Move to the shoulder and continue past the merge point
  2. Merge left promptly when a safe gap exists Correct answer.
  3. Stop and wait for traffic to clear before merging
  4. Continue in the lane until it physically ends, then merge

Explanation

When a lane is ending, the driver should merge into the continuing lane as soon as a safe gap is available rather than waiting until the lane terminates. Early merging reduces sudden lane changes and conflicts at the taper. Stopping or using the shoulder creates new hazards.

Question 23Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black text reads NO LEFT TURN 7 AM TO 9 AM MON THRU FRI. A driver approaches at 8 AM on Saturday wanting to turn left. What is the status of the turn?

  1. The turn is prohibited because the sign is always in effect
  2. The turn is allowed because the restriction does not apply on Saturday Correct answer.
  3. The turn is prohibited because weekend traffic is heavy
  4. The turn is allowed only after a complete stop

Explanation

The sign limits the prohibition to weekday morning hours, Monday through Friday. At 8 AM on Saturday, neither the day nor the time condition is met, so the left turn is permitted. Drivers must read both the time and day qualifiers on regulatory signs.

Question 24Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black text reads STOP HERE ON RED. Where should a driver stop when the signal is red?

  1. At the sign or stop line marking the intended stopping point Correct answer.
  2. At the far side of the intersection
  3. Past the crosswalk to keep it clear
  4. Anywhere before the intersection

Explanation

STOP HERE ON RED directs drivers to stop at the location of the sign or the accompanying stop line, which is often placed where a standard stop line would leave a vehicle in a blind spot or block a crossing. Stopping beyond the line can obstruct cross traffic or pedestrians. The sign defines the precise stopping point.

Question 25Regulatory Signs

A white sign shows a black arrow curving right with a red circle and slash, and a plaque beneath reads EXCEPT RIGHT TURNS FROM RIGHT LANE. What does this sign combination allow?

  1. Right turns only for buses
  2. Right turns only from the right lane Correct answer.
  3. No right turns under any condition
  4. Right turns from any lane

Explanation

The prohibition sign generally bars right turns, but the exception plaque permits them from the rightmost lane. The plaque narrows the exception to a specific lane, so a right turn from another lane remains prohibited. Drivers must satisfy both the maneuver and the lane condition.

Question 26Regulatory Signs

A white rectangular sign with black text reads SPEED LIMIT 55. What does this sign establish for the road it is posted on?

  1. The speed limit only during daylight hours
  2. A recommended speed that drivers may exceed freely
  3. The maximum lawful speed under normal conditions Correct answer.
  4. The minimum speed for all vehicles at all times

Explanation

A SPEED LIMIT sign is a regulatory sign that sets the maximum lawful speed on that road under normal conditions. Driving faster than the posted number is a violation unless a separate advisory sign or condition indicates otherwise.

Question 27Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black lettering reads YIELD. What action does this sign require when you approach the intersection?

  1. Slow or stop as needed to let conflicting traffic go first Correct answer.
  2. Sound your horn before entering the intersection
  3. Come to a complete stop and wait for a green light
  4. Maintain speed because you have the right of way

Explanation

A YIELD sign requires you to slow down and, if necessary, stop so that vehicles on the conflicting road can proceed before you. You may continue without stopping only when the way is clearly clear.

Question 28Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black numerals reads 25 with the words SCHOOL SPEED LIMIT beneath it and a plaque reading WHEN FLASHING. What does this sign mean?

  1. The 25 mph limit applies at all times of day
  2. The 25 mph limit applies only while the beacon is flashing Correct answer.
  3. The 25 mph figure is a suggested speed for school buses
  4. The 25 mph limit applies only to vehicles carrying students

Explanation

The WHEN FLASHING plaque makes the reduced school speed limit effective only during the periods the beacon is operating. Outside those periods the normally posted limit for the road applies.

Question 29Regulatory Signs

A white sign shows a black arrow with the words TWO-WAY TRAFFIC ahead of a divided highway ending. What should a driver expect after passing this sign?

  1. Oncoming vehicles will share the roadway without a median Correct answer.
  2. The road will split into separate one-way carriageways
  3. The lane will become an exit-only lane
  4. Traffic will be required to merge into a single lane

Explanation

A TWO-WAY TRAFFIC sign warns that the divided roadway is ending and opposing traffic will soon travel directly alongside you. Drivers should keep right and avoid drifting into the oncoming lane.

Question 30Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black text reads NO U-TURN. Under what circumstance may a driver legally make a U-turn past this sign?

  1. Only where a later sign or pavement marking expressly permits it Correct answer.
  2. Never, because the restriction cannot be lifted
  3. Whenever no other vehicle is visible in either direction
  4. Whenever the driver missed a turn and needs to return

Explanation

A NO U-TURN sign prohibits the maneuver at that location, but a subsequent sign or marking can authorize it farther along the road. Absence of traffic does not override a posted restriction.

Question 31Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black lettering reads DO NOT PASS. What does this sign prohibit on the stretch of road it governs?

  1. Entering the oncoming lane to make a left turn
  2. Driving past the sign without stopping
  3. Overtaking a slower vehicle ahead in your direction Correct answer.
  4. Passing a stopped school bus in the opposite direction

Explanation

A DO NOT PASS sign forbids overtaking vehicles traveling in your direction for as long as the restriction applies. Turning across the center line into a driveway or side road is a separate maneuver and is not what the sign addresses.

Question 32Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black text reads PEDESTRIANS CROSSING and is placed mid-block near a senior center. What legal duty does it impose on drivers?

  1. Proceed because pedestrians must yield to vehicles mid-block
  2. Yield to pedestrians in the crossing area Correct answer.
  3. Stop only if a crossing guard is present
  4. Stop only when the pedestrian has already reached your lane

Explanation

A regulatory pedestrian crossing sign requires drivers to yield to pedestrians using the marked or unmarked crossing. Drivers should slow and be ready to stop rather than assume pedestrians must wait.

Question 33Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black text reads NO STANDING. What does this restriction prohibit?

  1. Loading or unloading passengers at any time
  2. Driving in the lane adjacent to the curb
  3. Stopping a vehicle to wait, even briefly with a driver aboard Correct answer.
  4. Parking a vehicle and leaving it unattended

Explanation

NO STANDING prohibits stopping a vehicle to wait, including brief waits with the driver present, except as needed to obey traffic controls or avoid conflict. It is stricter than a no-parking restriction.

Question 34Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black lettering reads TRUCK ROUTE with an upward arrow. What does this sign indicate to a truck driver?

  1. A weigh station is located ahead
  2. The designated path trucks should follow through the area Correct answer.
  3. Trucks are prohibited from the road ahead
  4. Trucks must exit at the next interchange

Explanation

A TRUCK ROUTE sign marks a roadway designated for truck travel, often to keep heavy vehicles on suitable streets. It directs trucks along the approved path rather than banning them.

Question 35Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black text reads WEIGHT LIMIT 10 TONS. What does this restriction apply to?

  1. The total loaded weight of the vehicle or combination Correct answer.
  2. The weight of the cargo alone, excluding the vehicle
  3. The unloaded curb weight of the towing vehicle
  4. The weight of each individual axle only

Explanation

A posted weight limit restricts the total gross weight of the vehicle or vehicle combination crossing the road or bridge. It is not limited to cargo or a single axle unless the sign says so.

Question 36Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black lettering reads KEEP OFF MEDIAN. What does this sign direct drivers to do?

  1. Use the median for emergency stopping
  2. Stay off the raised or planted center strip Correct answer.
  3. Turn across the median at any gap
  4. Drive only in the median lane

Explanation

A KEEP OFF MEDIAN sign bars vehicles from driving, parking, or crossing over the median strip. Medians are often raised or landscaped and are not intended for vehicle travel.

Question 37Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black text reads NO HITCHHIKING. What conduct does this sign prohibit?

  1. Standing along the roadway to solicit rides from passing vehicles Correct answer.
  2. Towing another vehicle with a rope or chain
  3. Riding a bicycle while holding onto a moving vehicle
  4. Attaching a trailer to a passenger vehicle

Explanation

A NO HITCHHIKING sign prohibits pedestrians from soliciting rides from vehicles along that roadway. The restriction addresses roadside solicitation, not towing or trailer use.

Question 38Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black lettering reads RIGHT TURN ONLY with a curved arrow. A driver in that lane who wants to go straight should do what?

  1. Continue straight because the arrow is only a suggestion
  2. Turn right and find a legal route back to the intended direction Correct answer.
  3. Change lanes through the intersection if it is clear
  4. Stop in the lane and wait for the arrow to change

Explanation

A RIGHT TURN ONLY sign makes the right turn mandatory for vehicles in that lane. A driver who intended to continue straight must turn and reroute legally rather than disobey the sign.

Question 39Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black text reads NO PARKING 8 AM TO 6 PM EXCEPT SUNDAYS. When is parking permitted along this curb?

  1. Only on Sundays between 8 AM and 6 PM
  2. At no time, because the sign bars all parking
  3. On Sundays at any time and on other days outside 8 AM to 6 PM Correct answer.
  4. Every day before 8 AM but never after 6 PM

Explanation

The sign bars parking during the stated weekday hours but exempts Sundays entirely, so parking is allowed all day Sunday. On other days parking is allowed only outside the 8 AM to 6 PM window.

Question 40Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black lettering reads BUSES ONLY beneath a symbol of a bus. Who may use the lane governed by this sign?

  1. Any vehicle carrying more than one passenger
  2. Delivery trucks making local stops
  3. Buses operating in service on that route Correct answer.
  4. Taxicabs and rideshare vehicles at all times

Explanation

A BUSES ONLY sign restricts the lane to buses, typically transit buses operating on the route. Other vehicles, including carpools and taxis, may not use it unless a separate sign says so.

Question 41Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black lettering reads NO TURN ON RED and hangs beside a traffic signal. A driver facing a red light wants to turn right. What must the driver do?

  1. Turn right only if no pedestrians are present
  2. Wait for a green arrow or green light before turning Correct answer.
  3. Turn right after a full stop, as usual
  4. Turn right after slowing without stopping

Explanation

The sign removes the usual permission to turn right after stopping at a red light. The driver must remain stopped until the signal gives a lawful green indication for the turn.

Question 42Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black text reads LEFT LANE FOR PASSING ONLY. What does this sign mean for a driver in the left lane?

  1. The lane is reserved for vehicles turning left ahead
  2. The lane must be vacated before the next exit
  3. The lane may be used to overtake but not for continuous travel Correct answer.
  4. The lane is open to all traffic without restriction

Explanation

A passing-only designation means the left lane is intended for overtaking slower traffic, after which the driver should return right. It is not a general travel lane or a turn lane.

Question 43Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black numerals reads 15 with the word MPH and the words IN ALLEY beneath it. What does this sign do?

  1. Limits alley use to 15 vehicles at a time
  2. Bans vehicles wider than 15 feet from the alley
  3. Sets the maximum lawful speed within the alley Correct answer.
  4. Recommends 15 mph as a comfortable alley speed

Explanation

A white sign with numerals and MPH is a regulatory speed limit, here applying to the alley it governs. Drivers must keep their speed at or below that number while in the alley.

Question 44Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black text reads NO STOPPING. How does this restriction differ from a NO PARKING sign?

  1. It applies only to commercial vehicles
  2. It applies only overnight, while NO PARKING applies all day
  3. It allows stopping in the travel lane but not at the curb
  4. It bars even momentary stops, while NO PARKING allows brief stops to load or unload Correct answer.

Explanation

NO STOPPING is the most restrictive of the curb regulations because it forbids halting even briefly. NO PARKING generally still permits stopping to pick up or drop off passengers where otherwise lawful.

Question 45Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black text reads ONE WAY and a second white sign below reads DO NOT ENTER, both facing the same approach. What situation does this combination address?

  1. A driver is entering a two-way street with a median
  2. A driver is entering a freeway on-ramp
  3. A driver is approaching the exit end of a one-way street Correct answer.
  4. A driver is approaching a dead-end road

Explanation

A DO NOT ENTER sign facing an approach means traffic there would be moving against the legal flow. Paired with ONE WAY, it marks the wrong end of a one-way street that drivers must not enter.

Question 46Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black lettering reads NO PEDESTRIANS with a symbol of a walking figure crossed out. Where would this restriction most likely be posted?

  1. At a signalized downtown intersection
  2. Along a controlled-access freeway where walking is unsafe Correct answer.
  3. On a residential street with sidewalks
  4. At a marked crosswalk near a school

Explanation

Pedestrian prohibitions appear where walking is dangerous or illegal, such as controlled-access highways. Crosswalks, residential streets, and downtown intersections are places where pedestrians are expected.

Question 47Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black text reads RESERVED PARKING with a wheelchair symbol and a permit number. What does this sign require?

  1. Any driver to park there for no more than 30 minutes
  2. A permit only during business hours
  3. A displayed valid permit for a person with a disability to park there Correct answer.
  4. That the space be used for loading only

Explanation

Accessible parking spaces are reserved for vehicles displaying a valid disability permit or plate. Parking there without the required authorization is a violation regardless of how briefly the space is used.

Question 48Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black lettering reads NO LEFT TURN and is mounted on a mast arm over the leftmost lane. A driver in that lane wants to turn left into a driveway just before the intersection. What does the sign require?

  1. The driver must turn left because the lane is a turn lane
  2. The driver must not turn left at the intersection the sign governs Correct answer.
  3. The driver may turn left into the driveway but not at the intersection
  4. The driver may turn left if no oncoming traffic is present

Explanation

A NO LEFT TURN sign at an intersection bars left turns at that intersection, and driveway access just before it is a separate maneuver governed by other markings. The sign does not compel a left turn or yield to convenience.

Question 49Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black text reads LANE CLOSED AHEAD with an arrow pointing left, placed before a work zone. What should a driver do upon seeing it?

  1. Merge left in advance of the closure Correct answer.
  2. Stop and wait for a flagger to wave them through
  3. Reverse to the previous intersection
  4. Continue in the current lane until it physically ends

Explanation

The sign gives advance notice that the lane ahead is closed so drivers can merge early and smoothly. Waiting until the lane ends forces abrupt lane changes that increase crash risk in work zones.

Question 50Regulatory Signs

A white sign with black text reads NO PARKING ANY TIME and stands beside a rural two-lane road with narrow shoulders. What is the main reason for this restriction?

  1. The road is closed to all traffic at night
  2. The area is reserved for emergency vehicles only
  3. Parking would damage the pavement edge
  4. A parked vehicle would block a lane and endanger passing traffic Correct answer.

Explanation

On a narrow rural road, a parked car can force moving traffic into the opposing lane where sight distance is limited. The restriction keeps the travel lane clear to prevent head-on conflicts.